Kundun 1997
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SplatThe 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.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Dalai Lama (Adult)
as Mother
as Father
as Dalai Lama (Age 12)
as Chairman Mao
as Dalai Lama (Age 5)
as Dalai Lama (Aged 2)
as Lobsang (5-10)
as Takster
as Lama of Sera
Director:
Writer:
Melissa Mathison
Stars:
Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong, Tencho Gyalpo, Tsewang Migyur Khangsar, Gyurme Tethong, Robert Lin, Tulku Jamyang Kunga Tenzin, Tenzin Yeshi Paichang, Tenzin Topjar, Tenzin Lodoe, Geshi Yeshi Gyatso,
Genres:
Drama,History
Release Date:
1997 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
134 min
MMPA Rating:
PG-13
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Kundun
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
Cast
as Dalai Lama (Adult)
as Mother
as Father
as Dalai Lama (Age 12)
as Chairman Mao
as Dalai Lama (Age 5)
as Dalai Lama (Aged 2)
as Lobsang (5-10)
as Takster
as Lama of Sera
as The messenger
as Reting Rinpoche
as Lord Chamberlain
as Master of the Kitchen
as Taktra Rimpoche
as Ling Rimpoche
as Kashag/Nobleman #1
as Kashag/Nobleman #2
as Layman #1
as Norbu Thundrup
as Lobsang (Adult)
as Nechung Oracle
as Deformed Face Bodyguard
as Second Chinese General
as General Tan
as Prime Minister Lobsang Tashi
as Prime Minister Lukhangwa
as Tibetan Doctor
as Chinese Comrade
as Old Woman
as Tenzin Chonegyl (Age 12)
as Indian Soldier
as (voice)
as Chinese soldier (uncredited)
as Monk (uncredited)
as General Chang Ching-Wu (uncredited)
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