Bibliograph

Samsara, Death and Rebirth in Cambodia

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Samsara, Death and Rebirth in Cambodia

Language

fen

Characteristic

videorecording

Main title

Samsara

Oclc number

921506769

resource.otherEventInformation

Originally produced by BrunoFilms in 1989

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Sub title

Death and Rebirth in Cambodia

Summary

Samsara: (Sanskrit) Perpetual repetition of birth and death from the past through the present to the future, through six illusory realms: Hell, Hungry Spirits, Animals, Fighting Spirits, Man and Heaven. Samsara documents the struggle of the Cambodian people to rebuild a shattered society in a climate of war and with limited resources. Ancient prophecy Buddhist teachings, and folklore provide a context for understanding the Cambodian tragedy, bringing a humanistic perspective to a country in deep political turmoil. Samsara moves at a deliberate, reflective and sometimes dreamlike pace. Meditative voices intermingle descriptions of the mundane realities of daily life in war-torn Cambodia with the enduring spiritual and philosophical beliefs of the Khmer people. The music and stunning photography enhance the narrative and evoke an awesome respect for these people who persevere - though they have been tested to the limits of human endurance

Technique

live action

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