Gotama the Buddha
Overview
A lyrical Indian documentary tracing the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Directed by Rajbans Khanna and produced by Bimal Roy, the film blends narration with evocative imagery of India’s landscapes, art, and archaeological sites to reflect the Buddha’s search for wisdom and peace. Premiering in Paris, it went on to earn a Special Mention at the 1957 Cannes Film Festival, where its spiritual depth and visual poetry were widely praised.
Release date
01/01/1957
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Original Soundtrack
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Traces: The Kabul Museum 1988
How to Cook Your Life
Becoming Who I Was
Lord of the Dance/Destroyer of Illusion
Dhammapada
Buddha Wild: Monk in a Hut
The Art of Life
Daughters of Dolma
Vajra Sky Over Tibet
Mindful Movements: Gentle, Contemplative Exercises with the Monks and Nuns of Plum Village
A Journey
Peace Is Every Step
The Buddha
THE QUEST: Everest VR
The Shift
Wheel of Time
gOD-Talk
Jesus & Buddha: Practicing Across Traditions
Japan in Feast
Aside From That