Little Buddha details

Little Buddha
Format: PG DVD
Starring: Keanu Reeves, Raju Lal, Chris Isaak, Ruocheng Ying, Bridget Fonda, Greishma Makar Singh
Director: Bernardo Bertolucci
Genre: Drama - General
Studio: ELEVATION
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Little Buddha
PG Feature

DVD Information

Run time: 1 hour 58 minutes
Rental release: 03 Jul 2006
Main languages: English
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  • Little Buddha's big impact

    Rated - 5.0 stars  
    By Stuart Viewer from Bristol , 21 Jul 2006

    [Highly rated reviewer]

    I can say that I have seen the film twice and enjoyed it both times. The film makes you think and ponder; which is a good thing in this era. 'Little Buddha' runs on three levels: A modern search in the west for the reincarnation of a Lama, [which is interesting]. Next it challenges your own thinking on modern life. Finally it gives information, in a simple and clear way, on the origin of Buddhism and some of its wise teachings. I would say that seeing this film would benefit any thinking person.
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  • Great movie

    Rated - 5.0 stars  
    By a customer , 25 Feb 2013
    I admire both director's imagination and Keanu's outstanding job playing Siddartha. If you're a Buddhist or just want to learn something about other religion/point of view, you won't be disappointed..... One of my top movies ever!
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  • Beautiful portrayal of Buddhist Philosophy

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    By a customer , 30 Jul 2011
    This is one of my favourite films ever. The beauty and the symbolism is amazing, and it captures the essence of Buddhism beautifully. The filming and the timing of the production is perfect, it almost feels like a meditation.

    I have seen it many times now, and never tire of it. I don't necessarily understand the casting of Keanu Reeves to this sort of role, but his part whilst central is minimal, he plays it fine and it does not detract at all.

    That said it is not for everyone, I imagine that if you are adverse to religious teachings you might find it tedious, and maybe even a little daft. But if I like me you are open to philosophy and willing to immerse yourself in the film, I think you will gain from it as much as I do.
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  • Llittle Buddha

    Rated - 2.0 stars  
    By MAGGIEMB (7 reviews) from Warrington , 27 Oct 2009
    The story could have made a great film but unfortunately it didnt deliver I thought at one point it was a take off. . Very dissappointing.
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  • 'Little Buddha'

    Rated - 2.0 stars  
    By a customer from worcestershire , 08 Sep 2009
    disappointed...i would've like to see it but there is no subtitle...
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  • Not that good

    Rated - 1.0 star  
    By salmanfan (143 reviews) from London , 05 Apr 2009
    It really is a dud, but I just look and Keanu and wonder why he signed to do it. Roll on THe Matrix.

    If you are into Hinduism and Buddhism you will see where it is coming from, but really not with Keanu as the lead. Not convincing at all. Scenery is great though
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