Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong
Dalai Lama (Adult)
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English. Tibetan. Chinese. Budget. $28 million [2] Box office. $5.7 million [2] Kundun is a 1997 American epic biographical film written by Melissa Mathison and directed by Martin Scorsese. It is based on the life and writings of Tenzin Gyatso, the 14th Dalai Lama, the exiled political and spiritual leader of Tibet.
- $28 million
- Philip Glass
- December 25, 1997 (United States)
- Barbara De Fina
In 1937, a two year old boy from a simple family is recognised as Kundun, the fourteenth reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, the spiritual and political leader of Tibet Educated by the monks. The film charts his extraordinary growth into a figure who raises the world's consciousness about the Buddhist society of the spirit, the plight of Tibet ...
Kundun is a 1997 drama film directed by Martin Scorsese, based on the true story of the 14th Dalai Lama. The film follows his life from childhood to exile, using stunning visuals and music to convey his spiritual and political journey.
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- Martin Scorsese
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- Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong
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Jan 16, 1998 · A film review of "Kundun" by Roger Ebert, a film critic who admires the film's spirituality and visuals, but criticizes its lack of human touch and story. The film follows the life of the 14th Dalai Lama, from his childhood as a reincarnated leader to his role in Tibetan politics and culture, with scenes of his meetings with Mao and other dignitaries.
Oct 18, 2023 · How Martin Scorsese made a spiritual and historical biopic of the 14th dalai lama with the approval of the Tibetan leader himself. Learn about the origins, challenges, and achievements of this unique and overlooked film in Scorsese's career.
Dec 21, 2023 · “Kundun” is a visually stunning movie directed by Martin Scorsese, showcasing the life of the 14th Dalai Lama and the struggles of Tibet. It received critical acclaim and shed light on Tibetan culture and the fight for independence.
Dec 25, 1997 · A drama film that follows the life of the 14th Dalai Lama from his childhood to his selection as the spiritual leader of Tibet. Filmed in Morocco, the film explores the challenges and struggles of the young boy who escapes from communist China and faces the oppression of the Himalayas.
