This movie is absolutely beautiful! Like having your mother tell you a story before you go to bed, and the book has beautiful pictures! It has all the Bertolucci touches...
Keanu Reeves is perfect for the role of a young Buddha (Siddhartha) because the story begins with Buddha as a young, wealthy prince who has no thought or care about the world around him. After several experiences he begins to think and care. The movie is about his transformation/maturation into the teacher he became.
Don't expect this movie to be about Buddhism. It isn't. It's about Buddha's young life. I like it, and I recommend this movie!
Keanu Reeves is perfect for the role of a young Buddha (Siddhartha) because the story begins with Buddha as a young, wealthy prince who has no thought or care about the world around him. After several experiences he begins to think and care. The movie is about his transformation/maturation into the teacher he became.
Don't expect this movie to be about Buddhism. It isn't. It's about Buddha's young life. I like it, and I recommend this movie!