The Girls review – poignant coming of age romance is an understated gem of Sri Lankan cinema The resurgence of interest in classic Sri Lankan cinema has brought Sumitra Peries' 1978 film, The Girls, back into focus.
While nostalgia for a bygone era can be tempting, this poignant coming of age romance is more than just a relic of the past – it's a testament to the power of understated storytelling.
One of the most striking aspects of The Girls is its use of restraint in an industry often characterized by melodrama and overwrought sentimentality.