Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet (2009)

Cast

• Richard Gere - Narrator (voice)

Screenplay

• Victress Hitchcock

Keywords

buddhism, tibet, woman director

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet about?

In Tibet, the word for woman translates as "lower rebirth." In a remote eastern region of the country, the Tsoknyi Nangchen nuns defy this definition. Devoted to the ancient practices of Tibetan Buddhism - once primarily a male domain - over 3,000 nuns have attained elevated status. Director Victress Hitchcock honors them in this moving documentary, which follows the journey of a small group of Western women to remote mountain hermitages to meet these nuns.

Who directed Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet?

Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet was directed by Victress Hitchcock.

Who stars in Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet?

Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet stars Richard Gere.

How long is Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet?

Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet has a runtime of 1h 44m (104 minutes).

What genre is Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet?

Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet is a Documentary film.

Where was Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet produced?

Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet was produced in United States of America.