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Director: Bernardo Bertolucci
Actors: Keanu Reeves, Ruocheng Ying, Chris Isaak, Bridget Fonda, Alex Wiesendanger
Studio: Miramax
Category: DVD

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Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars

78 reviews
Sales Rank: 6953

Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd-video, Letterboxed, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 123
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Picture Format: Letterbox
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6

MPN: DISD17375D
ISBN: 6305428360
UPC: 717951002792
EAN: 9786305428367
ASIN: 6305428360

Theatrical Release Date: May 25, 1994
Release Date: August 3, 1999
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Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
An american family is visited by a tibetan monk who believes that their young son may be the reincarnation of the dalai lama. They do not believe it is possible but the endearing monks who bring the news are hard to resist. Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 01/10/2006 Starring: Keanu Reeves Bridget Fonda Run time: 123 minutes Rating: Pg

Amazon.com
In many ways Little Buddha is a companion piece to Bernardo Bertolucci's The Last Emperor. A beautiful travelogue and history lesson unfolds in the two parts of this film: a historical text of Siddhartha (Keanu Reeves) and the contemporary quest of Lama Norbu (Ying Ruocheng), who believes he has found the reincarnation of his former teacher in a Seattle child. The ancient, magical tales sweep away the blas� contemporary action. Ruocheng's presence drives the story of discovery as the child learns about the teachings of Buddhism. A visual feast that will dazzle both young and old. In fact, were it not a religious icon, the youngsters might want Siddhartha dolls after viewing his magical on-screen adventures. Beautiful cinematography by Vittorio Storaro. --Doug Thomas

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1 out of 5 stars

Painstakingly and Agonizingly Slow September 28, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful

The premise of the movie primarily addresses the historical perspective and fundamental principles of Buddahism, enlightenment and reincarnation. The movie transitions between the historical Buddha and and the more modern day application. The historical period reflects on the growth and development of a Prince (played by Keanu Reaves) who is searching for the meaning of life and ultimately develops and practices the precepts of Buddahism. Prince Siddharta is Buddha. The modern time period revolves around a Lama in pursuit of his recently deceased 'teacher' who has been reincarnated in three different children. The majority of the modern time period is in America, where the Lama tries to persuade the parents (Chris Isaak and Jane Fonda) of a young boy that thier son is the reincarnated teacher. While the theme has great possibilities, the movie is painstakingly slow, the dialogue is difficult to follow at times and many of the messages are obscurely presented. Cinematograpghy has some brief moments, but even they are excessive and lengthy. There are no awards to be won here, that is for sure. I would not recommend this movie. Ghandi is much more powerful and worthwhile.

3 out of 5 stars

Passage to India September 11, 2008
"Little Buddha" is Bernardo Bertolucci's fascinating concept movie. It's based on a true story. A Spanish couple had a little boy who was assumed to be the reincarnation of a famous teacher. In the movie, Chris Isaak and Bridget Fonda are a yuppie Seattle couple... whose little boy might be a little Buddha. They go on an adventure to Tibet. It's not as complex,subtle and moving as Bertolucci's Oscar-winning "The Last Emperor",but it is fun as Buddhism for Unenlightened Dummies.

In Tibet,the little boy meets other children who are deemed to be reincarnate as well. A kindly teacher tells them the story of the historical Buddha (Keanu Reeves). Keanu Reeves, himself a practicing Buddhist, embodies the Buddhist principle of equanimity. He looks bland whether he's enjoying pleasure or suffering pain. He already embodies Buddhist indifference before he attains nirvana. There's plenty of campy visual spectacle.

"Little Buddha" is a cheesy introduction to Buddhism. It's Bertolucci's B movie. Sit back, be enlightened, and have fun! As the Buddha said, "There is no taste."

4 out of 5 stars

Use in Education June 19, 2008
This movie worked out great for me to explain to my classes on how Buddhism started. It also helps to introduce new cultures to them that they are not use to. This movie has a lot of different ways that it can be used in the classroom. I think if you are teaching about Buddhism you need to show part or all of this movie to your class so they get a better understanding.

4 out of 5 stars

Fun movie, bad ending April 10, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful

I love the movie's images, and if someone wants a taste of Buddhism and a watered down story of Buddha this is a great movie. The ending is kind of from outer space... and that is from someone who studied Buddhism for many years. That being said, it is a great film for people who want to get a taste of Buddhism or a feel good movie.

1 out of 5 stars

Failed Attempt March 8, 2008
1 out of 4 found this review helpful

I had to watch this movie for my Religions class and found it to be very blah and uninspired. The acting by Reeves and Isaak are awful, while Bridget Fonda was woefully underutilized. Reeves as Buddha was a severe miscasting. In what could have been a compelling tale of Buddha's journey, it fell flatter than most Reeves films. The lack of emotional connection was apparent and that was part of the final blow, along with the disjointed story lines.

The cinematography and scenes were beautiful, but that was the movie's only saving grace.

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