Poster for Buddha

Buddha

It depicts the life of Buddha, the founder of Buddhism.

1961 2 hours 37 minutes
39/100

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An Indian prince leaves his world of comfort and riches behind to wander and meditate for six years in search of spiritual enlightenment. Siddartha (Cojoin Hong) turns his back on the old religion when people are starving needlessly and holy rituals include human sacrifices. During his meditations, he is tempted by erotic dancing women, demons, and the evil machinations of his criminal cousin. Devastate to attain the spiritual perfection and become the Buddha. He travels to convert followers by his kindness and wisdom, gaining a multitude of believers when he stops an elephant from crushing a local priest. Buddha of course goes on to become one of the great religious leaders of the world.

Released

31st October 1961

62 years ago

Runtime

2 hours 37 minutes

Finishes at 6:45pm

Ratings and awards

1 win

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    6.7/10

  • Trakt Logo

    10%

  • FilmFlow Logo

    39%

Directed by

Kenji Misumi

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Written by

Fuji Yahiro

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