Kundun is charming because it is fresh and relatively free of the usual Hollywood pretence. It is beautifully filmed and the score is marvellous.
Although background knowledge of the Dalai Lama and Tibet does serve to highlight scenes which might otherwise be considered exclusive, Kundun remains a thoroughly touching account of a man and nation torn by the terror of communist Chinese abuses.
At times the English is a little hard to follow as the actors are all non-professional. But that really only serves to creative more ambiance.
The film could have been improved by creating a more exciting plot base and so I have only rated it a 7/10. The Dalai Lama's tale is far more exciting than has been portrayed. Yet the film captures well the mystique and experience of the man and his people. Great film.
Although background knowledge of the Dalai Lama and Tibet does serve to highlight scenes which might otherwise be considered exclusive, Kundun remains a thoroughly touching account of a man and nation torn by the terror of communist Chinese abuses.
At times the English is a little hard to follow as the actors are all non-professional. But that really only serves to creative more ambiance.
The film could have been improved by creating a more exciting plot base and so I have only rated it a 7/10. The Dalai Lama's tale is far more exciting than has been portrayed. Yet the film captures well the mystique and experience of the man and his people. Great film.