Milarepa laulud

Milarepa laulud

1989 · 49 min · Drama

The film is based on the works of Milarepa, the most renowned Tibetan poet and Buddhist teacher of the 11th century. A young scholar and a student journey through the sacred sites of Buryatia and Mongolia, guided by a mentor on an exploratory expedition, seeking a path to self-discovery through Milarepa's philosophy and Buddhist culture.

Directed by Arvo Iho · Written by Linnart Mäll

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