Kundun

"The destiny of a people lies in the heart of a boy."

Jan 16 1998 PG-13 2h 14m
Biography, Drama, History

The Tibetans refer to the Dalai Lama as 'Kundun', which means 'The Presence'. He was forced to escape from his native home, Tibet, when communist China invaded and enforced an oppressive regime upon the peaceful nation. The Dalai Lama escaped to India in 1959 and has been living in exile in Dharamsala ever since.

Plot

The Tibetans refer to the Dalai Lama as 'Kundun', which means 'The Presence'. He was forced to escape from his native home, Tibet, when communist China invaded and enforced an oppressive regime upon the peaceful nation of Tibet. The Dalai Lama escaped to India in 1959 and has been living in exile in Dharamsala ever since.

Written by

Melissa Mathison

Directed by

Martin Scorsese

Cast

Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong, Gyurme Tethong, Tulku Jamyang Kunga Tenzin

Crew

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Production Countries

United States of America, Morocco

Production Companies

Dune Films, Touchstone Pictures

Languages

, English

Awards

Nominated for 4 Oscars. 7 wins & 13 nominations total

Trailers
Kundun 1997 Trailer
Kundun Theatrical Trailer
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