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- 102 Minutes
- Oscilloscope Laboratories
- Language English; Tibetan; Nepalese; Hindi with English subtitles
- Country Israel
- Rated: NOT RATED
- Format: Widescreen
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- Directed by Nati Baratz
- Written by Nati Baratz
- Starring Tenzin Zopa
The Buddhist concept of reincarnation, while both mysterious and enchanting, is hard for most westerners to grasp. UNMISTAKEN CHILD follows the 4-year search for the reincarnation of Lama Konchog, a world-renowned Tibetan master who passed away in 2001 at age 84. The Dalai Lama charges the deceased monk's devoted disciple, Tenzin Zopa (who had been in his service since the age of seven), to search for his master's reincarnation. Tenzin sets off on this unforgettable quest on foot, mule and even helicopter, through breathtaking landscapes and remote traditional Tibetan villages. Along the way Tenzin listens to stories about young children with special characteristics, and performs rarely seen ritualistic tests designed to determine the likelihood of reincarnation. He eventually presents the child he believes to be his reincarnated master to the Dalai Lama so that he can make the final decision. Stunningly shot, UNMISTAKEN CHILD is a beguiling, surprising, touching, even humorous experience.
"Its privileged glimpse deep into unfamiliar spiritual territory has the strength of revelation." -- Kenneth Turan, LOS ANGELES TIMES
(Read more)- More on Unmistaken Child:
- Official film Web site
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