Sujewa Ekanayake
WritingAbout Sujewa Ekanayake
Sujewa Ekanayake is a Brooklyn based D.I.Y. indie filmmaker (D.I.Y. or DIY = Do-It-Yourself, indie filmmakers who approach films as art projects, make and release them for low budgets, and take responsibility for all phases of the project - from script to distribution and publicity). Ekanayake was born in Sri Lanka, and moved to the US in his early teens. Ekanayake has been making films since 1992. He has made the following films, in the following order - 1 - Fresh Coffee (1992), 2 - Wild Diner (1999), 3 - Capital Heartbreak & Sweetness: 17 DC Poets (2001), 4 - Date Number One (2006), 5 - Indie Film Blogger Road Trip (2009), 6 - Brooklyn Fantastic (2009 - not completed yet - a 2020 release), 7 - Breakthrough Weekend (2014), 8 - Werewolf Ninja Philosopher (2018), 9 - The Secret Society for Slow Romance (2021). Ekanayake has screened his films in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Seattle, New York City, Chicago, and at the Atlanta Film Festival. He has received positive press coverage from Village Voice, Chicago Tribune, and other media outlets. He has written and published the blog DIY Filmmaker since 2006. DIY Filmmaker blog has been one of the top blogs for filmmaking news and was one of the IndieWIRE blogs at one point. DIY Filmmaker has promoted multi-ethnic filmmaking, new talent, and self-sufficiency as a useful practice for indie filmmakers. Starting April 2020 Ekanayake is blogging primarily at a new blog called NYC FANTASTIC - a blog for video interviews and essays. Ekanayake promotes his film work using the label NYC FANTASTIC Sujewa Film Art.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Sujewa Ekanayake reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 2 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Comedy
The majority of Sujewa Ekanayake's filmography leans towards the Comedy genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 50% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Sujewa Ekanayake remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Werewolf Ninja Philosopher, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Sujewa Ekanayake Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Sujewa Ekanayake's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Sujewa Ekanayake.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | The Secret Society For Slow Romance | Rene | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Werewolf Ninja Philosopher | Werewolf Ninja Philosopher | Super Hit | Similar → |
Sujewa Ekanayake - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Sujewa Ekanayake?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Sujewa Ekanayake is "Werewolf Ninja Philosopher" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Sujewa Ekanayake acted in?
Sujewa Ekanayake has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.