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1999

The Cup

Directed by Khyentse Norbu
Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.

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.

Duration

1h 33m

Released

October 28, 1999

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6.5

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Cast7

  • Orgyen Tobgyal
  • Neten Chokling
  • Jamyang Lodro
  • Lama Chonjor
  • Lama Godhi
  • Jamyang Nyima
  • Tracy Mann

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