Kundun

Kundun

68% | Dec 25, 1997 | 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.

Featured Cast

Melissa Mathison
Screenplay
Martin Scorsese
Director

Cast

Dalai Lama (Adult)
Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong
Dalai Lama (Adult)
Dalai Lama (Age 12)
Gyurme Tethong
Dalai Lama (Age 12)
Chairman Mao
Robert Lin
Chairman Mao

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