Jamyang Lodro, Orgyen Tobgyal, Neten Chokling
Based on true events, two boys are sent, with much hardship and danger, to a monastery in exile in the picturesque foothills of the Himalayas. As they receive their ordination and orientation into a m...( read more
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Stats: 87 reviews
This film, apparently the first film from Bhutan distributed worldwide, isnt a tentative step. Just about any film that must be qualified in a such a way, probably doesnt merit a view. The Cup (or Phorpa) doesnt need to be qualified. This is significant considering its Khyentse N...( read more)
This movie is hysterical, me and a friend just found it randomly and watched it and cracked up.
A Buddhist monastery comedy about kids procuring a TV set to watch the France vs Brazil final of the 98 world cup! Don't you want to watch it already???
Uneventful and yet not boring. Sweet little film. If you're familiar with the simplicity of a lot of Asian drama, you're fine. If not, well, I dunno. If you're a typical male I don't recommend it to you -- Nothing explodes, and there are no fights, and no women whatsoever. I...( read more)
A chalice of unpretentious delight, flowing over with goodwill, a cheeky love for soccer and,uh, Buddhist humor.
From what I heard it based on an actual story. The movie is quite hilarious in a calm tone. Nothing exaggerated, it actually captures the lifestyle. This film also shows how very human all these characters can be and the head of the monstery (also a narrator) guide some ways for these characters to enjoy life.
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