Kundun (1997) movie poster

Kundun (1997)

"The destiny of a people lies in the heart of a boy."
ThumbScore
πŸ‘ 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 75% (RT: 76%, MC: 74) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaHistory

Where to Watch

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Director
Runtime
2h 14m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.8/10 (485 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
76%
Metacritic
74
Cast
Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong as Dalai Lama (Adult)
Tencho Gyalpo as Mother
Gyurme Tethong as Dalai Lama (Age 12)
Robert Lin as Chairman Mao
Tulku Jamyang Kunga Tenzin as Dalai Lama (Age 5)
Tenzin Yeshi Paichang as Dalai Lama (Aged 2)
Tenzin Topjar as Lobsang (5-10)
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 485 votes. Critics gave it 75%.
Overview
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. Wikipedia β†—
Audience Consensus

Kundun is a 1997 drama, history film directed by Martin Scorsese. 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. The film has been rated by 485 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a drama film, Kundun delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling.

The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Kundun (1997) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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