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title: "The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions)"
year: 1987
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-way-of-the-lotus-devoid-of-passions-1987"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 809113
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 167
community_rating: 9.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions) (1987) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-way-of-the-lotus-devoid-of-passions-1987

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions) is a film first released in 1987. Catalogued under Drama. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Explore the mind of Aravinda as his Buddhist empathy contrasts with worldly friends."

### Why Watch
- Adapted from Martin Wickramasinghe's novel
- Explores deep psychological themes

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime is nearly three hours
- Limited contemporary availability
- Tone & Suitability: This is a psychological drama dealing with philosophical themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: psychological, dramatic, thought-provoking

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Tissa Abeysekera

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Sanath Gunathilake** as *Aravinda*
- **Sabeetha Perera** as *Bathee*
- **Joe Abeywickrama**
- **Daya Alwis**
- **Shriyani Amarasena**
- **Inoka Amarasena**
- **Douglas Ranasinghe**
- **Cletus Mendis**
- **Sunethra Sarathchandra**
- **Bandula Vithanage**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released on November 6, 1987.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
It is a psychological drama.

### Q: Is the film based on a book?
Yes, it is adapted from Martin Wickramasinghe's eponymous novel.

### Q: Who is the main character?
The main character is Aravinda.

### Q: What does the English translation of the title imply?
It implies Aravinda rising above dirt and mud to blossom like a lotus.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/809113)

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