MILAREPA (2008)
A film by Neten Chokling
His path to enlightenment began with revenge…
In his directorial debut, Buddhist lama Neten Chokling vividly
presents the captivating story of Milarepa, the man who would
become Tibet’s greatest yogi.
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In the dramatic setting of 11 century Tibet - a time of roaming
sourcerers and yogis, according to Buddhist legend - a youthful
Milarepa is propelled into a world of sorrow and betrayal after his
father's sudden death. Destitute and hopeless, he sets out to learn
black magic - and exact revenge on his enemies. But it is in
confrontation with the consequences of his anger that he learns the
most.
Filmed on the breathtakingly scenic Indo-Tibetan border, with
Tibetan monks serving as most of the cast and crew, and from the
Producer of THE CUP and TRAVELERS AND MAGICIANS,
MILAREPA offers a provocative parallel to the cycle of violence and retribution we see consuming
today's world.
“I cry, weep and feel a strong sense of faith each time I read or hear the story of
Milarepa, the great yogi of Tibet.”
The Dalai Lama
“A masterful portrait of Tibet’s most illustrious saint whose life and enlightenment is
an inspiration for today’s world”
Sogyal Rinpoche, author of the Tibetan Book of Living and Dying
“Milarepa subordinates Western-style filmmaking to Eastern wisdom, with modest,
unforced charm and narrative thrift.”
NEW YORK SUN
OFFICIAL SELECTION - Berlin International Film Festival 2008
UK PREMIERE - International Buddhist Film Festival 2009
Bonus Features:
• ‘Who is Milarepa’ documentary
• Exclusive introduction by Lama Chime Rinpoche
• Stills gallery and trailer
• DISC TWO: “Teachings on Milarepa” (175 minutes). Featuring contributions from Buddhist
luminaries including Khandro Rinpoche, Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche, Sogyal Rinpoche, Ani
Pema Chodron, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Arjia Rinpoche, and director Neten Chokling
Rinpoche.
Certificate: 12
Running Time: 90 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 anamorphic
Audio: Stereo 2.0
Country: Bhutan
Language: Tibetan with optional English subtitles (Teachings on Milarepa in English)
Genre: Drama
Region: 2
Cat. No: AXM602
Barcode: 5060126870517