
Kundun
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December 25, 1997
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Drama, History
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.
Featured Crew
Melissa Mathison
Screenplay
Barbara De Fina
Producer
Martin Scorsese
Director
Cast

Tenzin Thuthob Tsarong
Dalai Lama (Adult)

Tencho Gyalpo
Mother

Tsewang Migyur Khangsar
Father

Gyurme Tethong
Dalai Lama (Age 12)

Robert Lin
Chairman Mao