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Release Date:
September 1, 2005
Original Title:
Angry Monk - Reflections on Tibet
Genres:
Documentary
Production Companies:
go between films GmbH
Production Countries:
Switzerland
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 97
Schaedler's film tells the fascinating story of Tibetan monk Gendun Choephel whose robes ultimately proved to be too constricting for his imagination and intellect. Born in 1903, Choephel left an indelible mark on Tibetan culture and became an icon for young Tibetans today. Because of his political views he was persecuted by the Tibetan government and died a broken man in 1951. The film follows in the footsteps of the rebel monk whose intellect challenged the ancient traditions of old Tibet. Journeying through Tibet and India, “Angry Monk” provides a vivid picture of Tibet that is in refreshing contrast to its often idealized and esoteric image.
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Cinematography:
Filip Zumbrunn
Luc Schaedler
Director:
Luc Schaedler
Editor:
Martin Witz
Kathrin Plüss
Producer:
Luc Schaedler
Urs Augstburger
Screenplay:
Luc Schaedler
Sound:
Luc Schaedler
Sound Designer:
Roland Widmer
Sound Mixer:
Dieter Lengacher
Visual Effects:
Paul Avondet
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