Gotama the Buddha(1957)
Gotama the Buddha Synopsis
A lyrical Indian documentary tracing the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Directed by Rajbans Khanna and produced by Bimal Roy, the film blends narration with evocative imagery of India’s landscapes, art, and archaeological sites to reflect the Buddha’s search for wisdom and peace. Premiering in Paris, it went on to earn a Special Mention at the 1957 Cannes Film Festival, where its spiritual depth and visual poetry were widely praised.
Gotama the Buddha (1957) is a documentary film directed by Rajbans Khanna, released on January 1, 1957 with a runtime of 1h 3m. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Rajbans Khanna
- Writers:
- Rajbans Khanna
- Producers:
- Bimal Roy
- Production:
- Films Division of India
- Status:
- Released
Gotama the Buddha Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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Gotama the Buddha was released on January 1, 1957 and runs for 1h 3m.
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Gotama the Buddha (1957) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.