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Little Buddha

Starring: Keanu Reeves, Ruocheng Ying Director: Bernardo Bertolucci MPAA Rating: PG
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

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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 blasé 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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5.0 out of 5 stars Great teaching tool, May 20 2009
This review is from: Little Buddha (Widescreen) (DVD)
I teach Philosophy in an Ontario high school and this film is great for teaching basic concepts in Eastern philosophy, particularly, of course, Buddhism. The East / West focus of the plot and the great visuals and storytelling quality ease students into what is, for most of them, a very different world view.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Synopsis, Feb 20 2007
By B. Wicks "retrovids" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Little Buddha (DVD)
Bernardo Bertolucci attempts to mix Buddhist spirituality with childhood fantasy in Little Buddha. When Dean Conrad (Chris Isaak), a Seattle architect, comes home from work one day, he finds two robed Buddhist monks sitting in his living room talking with his wife Lisa (Bridget Fonda). Guided by a series of disturbing dreams, the monks have traveled from Nepal to Seattle because they believe that the Conrad's ten-year-old son, Jesse (Alex Wiesendanger) may be the reincarnation of a legendary Buddhist mystic. The Conrads are initially skeptical, particularly when the monks want to take their son back to Bhutan with them. But after Dean's partner commits suicide, Dean has a religious awakening ("I've been doin' some thinkin'," he says) and permits Jesse to go away with the monks. Then the Lama Norbu (Ruocheng Ying) gives Jesse a children's book about the Buddha Siddhartha (Keanu Reeves). Siddhartha leads a sheltered life until he comes upon a couple of all-knowing beggars who introduce him to poverty and hunger. After this revelation, Siddhartha decides that it is his destiny to relieve all human beings from pain and suffering. Back in present day, Jesse is now knowledgeable about the basis of Buddhism. Much to Jesse's and his father's surprise, however, they find that there are two other children at Bhutan who show signs of being the reincarnated Buddhist mystic.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful family film, May 13 2004
By J. F. Rossi "jfrossi" (Long Island, New York, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Little Buddha (Widescreen) (DVD)
"Little Buddha" is a wonderful family film that is entertaining and educating without being educational. It provides a view on Buddhist beliefs and explains the basis of this way of life.

Embedded in the main story of the film is the story of the Buddha's journey to enlightenment. It is told in a fashion that will be enjoyable to people of every age. This work is also filmed beautifully and shares with you life in many cultures.

Please take some time and enjoy this film!

PS - Keanu Reeves as Siddhartha (Buddha) - takes some getting used to...

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4.0 out of 5 stars REEVES as BUDDHA
The film is very interesting, and Reeves as Buddha is really great! The film would have been much more interesting if it had been only about the BUDDHA and not about a triple... Read more
Published on May 10 2004 by The Seeker

2.0 out of 5 stars Little Budda, Little thought
It seems to me that this movie was rushed through production. I feel that this movie could have gone deeper into the truth of Buddism and not lingered on the top of it. Read more
Published on Oct 19 2003 by Michael R Laninga

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Film
I really love this film, it wasnt at all what I expected, and that is even more awesome.
I let my son watch this film and he enjoyed it so much he had a ton of questions... Read more
Published on Aug 31 2003 by L. Roseman

5.0 out of 5 stars Spritually lifting
An excellent exploration into the story of Buddha and how it contrasts with our western ways of thinking. Read more
Published on Aug 30 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Little Buddha
If you are interested in yoga, meditation, spiritual enlightenment or even you just trying to be happy. This is an excellent enlightening story. Read more
Published on Aug 28 2003 by S. Murakami

4.0 out of 5 stars Well done
I loved this movie. Although, I do admit I had a hard time believing Keanu Reeves in his part. Overall, it was enjoyable and entertaining. Read more
Published on Jun 22 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars Well done
I loved this movie. Although, I do admit I had a hard time believing Keanu Reeves in his part. Overall, it was enjoyable and entertaining. Read more
Published on Jun 22 2003

4.0 out of 5 stars i own it
i instantly fell in love with the movie,but encountered a minor problem.after endless searching for the original soundtrack,my search is still in vain. Read more
Published on April 7 2003 by amle hamly

4.0 out of 5 stars Visually Stunning
You have to remember that this is fiction. With that firmly in mind,it is hard not to enjoy the lush cinematography, and the interesting story about how the Dalai Lama comes back... Read more
Published on Dec 23 2002 by M. Beltran

5.0 out of 5 stars A highly comendable film!!
First of all I would like to adress those who have negative comments about the film. I have to agree with 'a true buddhist review's'comments. It is just a film!! Read more
Published on Nov 1 2002 by ice--man

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