The Cup (1999)

"Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion."Movie
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The Cup
StarringOrgyen TobgyalNeten ChoklingJamyang Lodro
DirectorKhyentse Norbu
WriterKhyentse Norbu
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G 1 hr 33 minOct 28th, 1999Comedy
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Plot
While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:October 28th, 1999
On DVD & Blu-ray:January 21st, 2003 - Buy DVD
Original Language:Tibetan
Executive Producers:Hooman Majd, Jeremy Thomas
Production Companies:Palm Pictures, Coffee Stain Productions
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