Little Buddha | 
| Director: Bernardo Bertolucci
Actors: Keanu Reeves, Bridget Fonda, Ruocheng Ying, Chris Isaak, Alex Wiesendanger
Studio: Miramax
Category: DVD
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Rating:  81 reviews
Sales Rank: 7619
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, Dvd, Letterboxed, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Subtitled)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
DVD Layers: 1
DVD Sides: 1
Picture Format: Letterbox
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 123 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.3 x 0.6
MPN: DISD17375D
ISBN: 6305428360
UPC: 717951002792
EAN: 9786305428367
ASIN: 6305428360
Theatrical Release Date: May 25, 1994
Release Date: August 3, 1999
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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In many ways Little Buddha is a companion piece to Bernardo Bertolucci's The Last Emperor. A beautiful travelogue and history lesson unfolds in the two parts of this film: a historical text of Siddhartha (Keanu Reeves) and the contemporary quest of Lama Norbu (Ying Ruocheng), who believes he has found the reincarnation of his former teacher in a Seattle child. The ancient, magical tales sweep away the blase contemporary action. Ruocheng's presence drives the story of discovery as the child learns about the teachings of Buddhism. A visual feast that will dazzle both young and old. In fact, were it not a religious icon, the youngsters might want Siddhartha dolls after viewing his magical on-screen adventures. Beautiful cinematography by Vittorio Storaro. --Doug Thomas
Product Description
An american family is visited by a tibetan monk who believes that their young son may be the reincarnation of the dalai lama. They do not believe it is possible but the endearing monks who bring the news are hard to resist. Studio: Buena Vista Home Video Release Date: 01/10/2006 Starring: Keanu Reeves Bridget Fonda Run time: 123 minutes Rating: Pg
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 good movie June 8, 2009
J. Luong
You wouldn't believe its Keanu. Well put together movie and interesting story. You won't be bored.
A BUDDHA IN TIME May 31, 2009
Alan C. Henderson (Atlanta, GA)
I've seen Little Buddha at least ten times since it's release. Admittedly, it's still something of a stretch to watch Keanu Reeves in the role of Siddhartha. But he plays it well. I use this film in Comparative Religions classes as a helpful introduction to the basic story of Siddhartha Gautama, who eventually became the Buddha. It's also proven helpful to my students as they observe core Buddhist beliefs and practices woven into the overall story, particularly from the perspective of Tibetan Buddhism.
review March 13, 2009
Leposava Todorova (Brussels, Belgium)
great movie and quality, but I don't think I can play it on european dvd player! thanks!
 Painstakingly and Agonizingly Slow September 28, 2008
SMR (Florida)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
The premise of the movie primarily addresses the historical perspective and fundamental principles of Buddahism, enlightenment and reincarnation. The movie transitions between the historical Buddha and and the more modern day application. The historical period reflects on the growth and development of a Prince (played by Keanu Reaves) who is searching for the meaning of life and ultimately develops and practices the precepts of Buddahism. Prince Siddharta is Buddha. The modern time period revolves around a Lama in pursuit of his recently deceased 'teacher' who has been reincarnated in three different children. The majority of the modern time period is in America, where the Lama tries to persuade the parents (Chris Isaak and Jane Fonda) of a young boy that thier son is the reincarnated teacher. While the theme has great possibilities, the movie is painstakingly slow, the dialogue is difficult to follow at times and many of the messages are obscurely presented. Cinematograpghy has some brief moments, but even they are excessive and lengthy. There are no awards to be won here, that is for sure. I would not recommend this movie. Ghandi is much more powerful and worthwhile.
 Passage to India September 11, 2008
Amaranth (Northern California)
"Little Buddha" is Bernardo Bertolucci's fascinating concept movie. It's based on a true story. A Spanish couple had a little boy who was assumed to be the reincarnation of a famous teacher. In the movie, Chris Isaak and Bridget Fonda are a yuppie Seattle couple... whose little boy might be a little Buddha. They go on an adventure to Tibet. It's not as complex,subtle and moving as Bertolucci's Oscar-winning "The Last Emperor",but it is fun as Buddhism for Unenlightened Dummies.
In Tibet,the little boy meets other children who are deemed to be reincarnate as well. A kindly teacher tells them the story of the historical Buddha (Keanu Reeves). Keanu Reeves, himself a practicing Buddhist, embodies the Buddhist principle of equanimity. He looks bland whether he's enjoying pleasure or suffering pain. He already embodies Buddhist indifference before he attains nirvana. There's plenty of campy visual spectacle.
"Little Buddha" is a cheesy introduction to Buddhism. It's Bertolucci's B movie. Sit back, be enlightened, and have fun! As the Buddha said, "There is no taste."
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