Brilliant Moon: Glimpses of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche (2010)

7.0/10 57 min Documentary

Overview

Brilliant Moon chronicles the life of the writer, poet, and meditation master Khyentse Rinpoche, one of Tibet's most revered 20th-century Buddhist teachers. Spiritual guide to His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Royal Family of Bhutan, his life and teachings were an inspiration to all who encountered him. Richard Gere and Lou Reed provide the narration for his dangerous journey out of China, the subsequent spread of his influence and the search for his reincarnation after his death.

Cast

Tenzin Gyatso

Self

Richard Gere

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Khyentse Norbu

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Lou Reed

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Matthieu Ricard

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Directed by John Ford