Unmistaken Child (2009)

In search of a lifetime

Unmistaken Child (2009) poster

In Nepal, a venerable monk, Geshe Lama Konchog, dies and one of his disciples, a youthful monk named Tenzin Zopa, searches for his master's reincarnation. The film follows his search to the Tsum Valley where he finds a young boy of the right age who uncannily responds to Konchog's possessions. Is this the reincarnation of the master? After the boy passes several tests, Tenzin takes him to meet the Dali Lama. Will the parents agree to let the boy go to the monastery, and, if so, how will the child respond? Central to the film is the relationship the child develops with Tenzin.

Director: Nati Baratz
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 102 min
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Production: Samsara Films, Oscilloscope
Country: Israel
Language: हिन्दी, Nepali, English, བོད་སྐད་།
Box Office: $302,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

buddhism, buddhist monk, reincarnation, belief in reincarnation, teacher student relationship, human relationship, life relationship, mentor protégé relationship, search for truth, buddhist monastery, student mentor relationship, master apprentice relationship

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Unmistaken Child about?
In Nepal, a venerable monk, Geshe Lama Konchog, dies and one of his disciples, a youthful monk named Tenzin Zopa, searches for his master's reincarnation. The film follows his search to the Tsum Valley where he finds a young boy of the right age who uncannily responds to Konchog's possessions. Is this the reincarnation of the master? After the boy passes several tests, Tenzin takes him to meet the Dali Lama. Will the parents agree to let the boy go to the monastery, and, if so, how will the child respond? Central to the film is the relationship the child develops with Tenzin.
Who directed Unmistaken Child?
Unmistaken Child was directed by Nati Baratz.
Who stars in Unmistaken Child?
Unmistaken Child stars Tenzin Zopa.
How long is Unmistaken Child?
Unmistaken Child has a runtime of 1h 42m (102 minutes).
What genre is Unmistaken Child?
Unmistaken Child is a Documentary film.
How much did Unmistaken Child gross?
Unmistaken Child grossed $302,000 worldwide.
Where was Unmistaken Child produced?
Unmistaken Child was produced in Israel.