Angry Monk

Angry Monk - Reflections on Tibet
Angry Monk - Reflektionen über Tibet

Switzerland, September 2005
FILM, Documentary, 97 min.

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directed by
Luc Schaedler
Written by
Luc Schaedler
Status
In distribution
Website
https://gobetweenfilms.com/films/angry-monk-2005

Schaedler's film tells the fascinating story of Tibetan monk Gendun Choephel whose robes ultimately proved to be too constricting for his imagination and intellect. Born in 1903, Choephel left an indelible mark on Tibetan culture and became an icon for young Tibetans today. Because of his political views he was persecuted by the Tibetan government and died a broken man in 1951. The film follows in the footsteps of the rebel monk whose intellect challenged the ancient traditions of old Tibet. Journeying through Tibet and India, “Angry Monk” provides a vivid picture of Tibet that is in refreshing contrast to its often idealized and esoteric image.

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World Premiere
September 2005
Original Version
English, Tibetan (english subtitles),  colour, 35mm, 97 min.
ISAN
0000-0001-A23B-0000-M-0000-0000-8
Production
go between films GmbH, SRF Schweizer Radio und Fernsehen
Producer
Luc Schaedler
directed by
Luc Schaedler
Written by
Luc Schaedler
Cinemato­graphy
Filip Zumbrunn
Editing
Kathrin Plüss, Martin Witz
Sound Editing
Roland Widmer
Sound Design
Roland Widmer
Music
Roland Widmer, Heinz Rohrer, Loten Namling
Location Sound Mix
Luc Schaedler
Production Design
Christophe Besuchet

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