Milarepa (film)

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The Tibetan film Milarepa, produced in 2006 is set in the magnificent Spiti Valley high in the Himalayas in the Zanskar region close to the border between India and Tibet.

Directed by Neten Choklin, a Lama from Western Bhutan who has previously worked with Khyentse Norbu on the films such as The Cup and Travellers and Magicians, the film is the first part about the adventurous formative years of the legendary buddhist mystic, Milarepa (1052-1135) who is one of the most widely known Tibetan Saints, but whom set out for vengeance and retribution. The film has spectacular cinematography and convincing performances in this combined myth, biography, adventure, history and docudrama.

The film featured internationally acclaimed actress Lhakpa Tsamchoe in her return to the silver screen in a supporting role as Aunt Peydon during young Milarepa's formative years.

The tale is a staple in Tibetan Traditions, Buddhism, and the legend of Milarepa elevates him to the status of national hero in Tibet and nearly so in Buddhist regions of India, China and Pakistan. He is one of the so called Tibetan Saints or great yogi's in Tibetan Buddhism

The second part of the film where Milarepa meets his Master Marpa the Translator and his ultimate enlightenment is slated to be released in 2009 as per the information at the end of the first part of the film.

[edit] Credited cast

listed alphabetically:
Jamyang Lodro	Thopaga
Gimyan Lodro	Milarepa
Jamyang Nyima (as Jamyang Nyima Tashi)	?
Kelsang Chokie Tethong	?
Kelsang Chukie Tethong	Kargyen
Kelsang Chukie Tethtong	?
Orgyen Tobgyal	Yongten Trogyal
Lhakpa Tsamchoe	Aunt Peydon