Tanka (1976)

An Animated Vision of the Tibetan Book of the Dead

Tanka (1976) poster

"Tanka" means, literally, "a thing rolled up". Photographed from Tibetan scroll paintings of the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries, Tanka is a cyclical vision of ancient gods and demons, an animated journey through the image world of the Tibetan Book of the Dead.

Director: David Lebrun
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:
Production: Night Fire Films
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tanka about?
"Tanka" means, literally, "a thing rolled up". Photographed from Tibetan scroll paintings of the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries, Tanka is a cyclical vision of ancient gods and demons, an animated journey through the image world of the Tibetan Book of the Dead.
Who directed Tanka?
Tanka was directed by David Lebrun.
How long is Tanka?
Tanka has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is Tanka?
Tanka is a Animation film.
Where was Tanka produced?
Tanka was produced in United States of America.