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Beyond the secrets.... Beyond you imagination... An unforgettable epic of courage and compassion. Ten years in the making, this provocativedocumentary was filmed during nine remarkable journeys throughout Tibet, India and Nepal. Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion brings audinces to the long-forbidden 'rooftop of the world' with an unprecedented richness of imagery...from rarely-seen rituals in remote monasteries, to horse races with Khambia warriors. A definitive exploration of a legendary subject, Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion is an epic story of courage and compassion. SPECIAL FEATURES Dalai Lama:Stirring address to the Washington Press Club, Robert A.F. Thurman PHD: Extra insights from America's foremost Tibetan Buddhist scholar. Bonus Footage of Tibet and Nepal: A Journey to Lhasa. Summer in Kham, Sakya Masked Dances, Nagchu Festival. Statement from H.H. the Dalai Lama: 10th March 2005 (DVD Rom). Interview excerpts- The first Prime Minister of the Tibetan goverment (in exile) responds to criticism of H.H. the Dalai Lama's statement (DVD Rom)
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116 of 118 people found the following review helpful
By J. Scott
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I watched this thinking it was going to be one of those 'travelogue' things. It turned out to be something quite different: gripping, disturbing and deeply moving.
The cinematography is stunning, showing wonderful views of landscapes and buildings that seem more like something from a fantasy novel than the real world.
However, the content of the movie is anything but fantasy. It documents an on-going act of genocide - the destruction of a people, language and culture - and it's all the more shocking because of the way the rest of the world is quietly ignoring it. I'm tempted to add: Perhaps the Tibetan people don't have a big enough oil supply to make our leaders feel a moral urge to liberate them...
In any case, I found the most memorable thing about this documentary was the incredible spirit of the Tibetan people, perhaps best seen in their Leader-in-Exile, the Dalai Lama. Generally speaking, I'm not a very political animal, which is perhaps why this movie shocked me so much. It really deserves to be seen by as many people as possible.
The cinematography is stunning, showing wonderful views of landscapes and buildings that seem more like something from a fantasy novel than the real world.
However, the content of the movie is anything but fantasy. It documents an on-going act of genocide - the destruction of a people, language and culture - and it's all the more shocking because of the way the rest of the world is quietly ignoring it. I'm tempted to add: Perhaps the Tibetan people don't have a big enough oil supply to make our leaders feel a moral urge to liberate them...
In any case, I found the most memorable thing about this documentary was the incredible spirit of the Tibetan people, perhaps best seen in their Leader-in-Exile, the Dalai Lama. Generally speaking, I'm not a very political animal, which is perhaps why this movie shocked me so much. It really deserves to be seen by as many people as possible.
44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
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Mr Peosay's film is a labour of love.
As a record of the systematic, genocidal decimation and destruction of
a people, a country and a culture this project is peerless.
That successive governments, including our own continue to turn a blind
eye to the suffering of Tibet and her people is unforgivable.
In a year which sees China hosting the 29th Olympic games, that country's
appalling record of human rights abuse both inside and outside its borders
is well known but largely ignored.
Economic trade agreements and cheap consumer goods are more important than people.
That this brave little film holds up a mirror to the plight of Tibet and the ongoing
persecution of those that would stand up for her freedoms is something that we should all applaud.
Many of the personal testimonies contained within are harrowing.
Courageous men and women share stories of barely believable horror.
The tone is unremittingly polemical and necessarily so.
Martin Sheen provides heavyweight credibility in the no-nonsense commentary.
The extras, including beautiful and moving imagery of a country and its
people are exemplary.
Prof Robert Thurman provides insightful descriptions of Buddhist culture and beliefs.
His Holiness The Dalai Lama sets a benchmark for human values and behaviour.
Unforgettable.
As a record of the systematic, genocidal decimation and destruction of
a people, a country and a culture this project is peerless.
That successive governments, including our own continue to turn a blind
eye to the suffering of Tibet and her people is unforgivable.
In a year which sees China hosting the 29th Olympic games, that country's
appalling record of human rights abuse both inside and outside its borders
is well known but largely ignored.
Economic trade agreements and cheap consumer goods are more important than people.
That this brave little film holds up a mirror to the plight of Tibet and the ongoing
persecution of those that would stand up for her freedoms is something that we should all applaud.
Many of the personal testimonies contained within are harrowing.
Courageous men and women share stories of barely believable horror.
The tone is unremittingly polemical and necessarily so.
Martin Sheen provides heavyweight credibility in the no-nonsense commentary.
The extras, including beautiful and moving imagery of a country and its
people are exemplary.
Prof Robert Thurman provides insightful descriptions of Buddhist culture and beliefs.
His Holiness The Dalai Lama sets a benchmark for human values and behaviour.
Unforgettable.
73 of 76 people found the following review helpful
By Delia Scony
With narration by Martin Sheen, this is an excellent documentary that tells an important and sad part of Tibetan history. For those not familiar with the human rights abuses of the Chinese government this is a real eye opener. Sadly many in China through years of government propaganda have come to see the invasion of Tibet as some sort of liberation or helpful to the Tibetan people. This documentary points out how Tibet was never part of China and had a civilization and culture of its own.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
I could end up crying over Tibet
I loved this cd It opens your eyes to what is happening in Tibet & What the chinese are doing & getting away with
Published 25 days ago by ms J Mynard
5.0 out of 5 stars
An inside story
An insight into the Chinese modernisation and ruin of Tibet. I was hoping to plan a visit to see the magnificent sights and sounds of this peaceful and idyllic people, but having... Read more
Published 4 months ago by G. Atkinson
1.0 out of 5 stars
unplayable
I would have loved to watch this DVD but it was incompatible with my player, so I returned it. There was nothing to indicate what type of DVD it was so I was very... Read more
Published 7 months ago by amazingjane
5.0 out of 5 stars
A warning for humanity
i live by the adage now that if it comes from china then it must be cheap and of very low quality,and this includes the military. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Tando
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
I purchased Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion as a belated birthday present and it was well received by the recipient who was over the moon with this item.
Published 24 months ago by Mrs. Susan Greensmith
5.0 out of 5 stars
HUMANKIND: A DEFINITION
From the animal species that we inevitably are, to the search for ultimate knowledge,wisdom,peace and harmony; a deeper understanding of what it should mean to be human still seems... Read more
Published on 21 May 2011 by C. S. Ebrey
1.0 out of 5 stars
Heavy Going
Much as I loved this DVD I found it rather heavy going. This was probably because I am not really into 'Politics' as such. Read more
Published on 6 Feb 2011 by Emma Rose
4.0 out of 5 stars
tibet cry of the Snow Lion
beautiful images and its amazing how in this day and age we know so little about places like Tibet its peoples and there struggles It wants to go out and learn more and even to go... Read more
Published on 28 Jan 2011 by M. J. Hayden
5.0 out of 5 stars
It is hard not to cry watching this documentary
I've bought this documentary after having been faced for a while with Chinese's propaganda claims by some Western fanatics. Read more
Published on 27 Dec 2009 by M. Jaeckel
5.0 out of 5 stars
Must watch.
Great documentary. It is as good to learn and face the reality. I was deeply saddened when I learnt about the oppression that the Chinese government pushed on towards the Tibetan... Read more
Published on 10 Dec 2009 by Praab Hembya Limbu
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