The Cup (1999)
Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.
1999 · G · 1h 33m · Comedy
Genres: Comedy
While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.
Director: Khyentse Norbu
Writers: Khyentse Norbu
Music by: Douglas Mills
Cinematography: Paul J. Warren
Editor: John Scott
Cast
Orgyen Tobgyal as GekoNeten Chokling as LodoJamyang Lodro as OrgyenLama Chonjor as AbbotLama Godhi as Old LamaJamyang Nyima as Sleeping MonkTracy Mann as NewsreaderDorje as TV House SpectatorUgyen Dorji as TV House SpectatorTshewang Dendup as TV House SpectatorMore like this
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