Buddha

A slow, earnest spiritual journey that feels like a classical epic, with moments of quiet contemplation and mild temptation.

Directed by

Kenji Misumi

Genres

Drama

Starring

Raizō Ichikawa, Shintarō Katsu, Kōjirō Hongō

Tagline

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

Overview

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.

How it feels

Earnest, melancholic, tense and uplifting. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Faith, identity, isolation, survival

Content

Mild violence and sexual content. No gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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