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Kundun
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PG13,2hrs 14min
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December 25, 1997
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Walt Disney Video
Synopsis: This Martin Scorsese film drama detailing the Dalai Lama's life story was in development for seven years, with the Dalai Lama having input into the 14 screenplay drafts by Melissa Mathison (The Black Stallion, E.T.). With four actors portraying the Dalai Lama at different ages, Scorsese's chronicle begins in 1933 with the death of the 13th Dalai Lama. Born in a remote area, the new Dalai Lama (seen at ages two and five in early sequences) is observed by monks who determine that he is the 14th reincarnation ... Full Synopsis
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This is rapture in pictures. [22 December 1997, p. 81] Full Review
Metascore
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72
Generally favorable reviews
out of 100
Featured Cast
Dalai Lama (adult)
Dalai Lama (age 12)
Dalai Lama (age 5)
Dalai Lama (age 2)
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