A four-year-old boy named Hopakuli is left at a Buddhist monastery school in Lumbini, Nepal, by his impoverished mother after their father's death.
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A four-year-old boy named Hopakuli is left at a Buddhist monastery school in Lumbini, Nepal, by his impoverished mother after their father's death.
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Synopsis
Hopakuli, a four-year-old boy, lives at a Buddhist monastery school in Lumbini, Nepal. He and his brother Chorten were left there by their mother after their father's death. The film follows Hopakuli's daily life, including his spiritual teachings and interactions with other boys. It captures the routines of monastic life and the community that supports these young novices. Directed by Yuqi Kang, A Little Wisdom premiered at the 22nd Busan International Film Festival in 2017.
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Why Watch
- Meet Hopakuli, a four-year-old boy in Nepal.
- See life at a Buddhist monastery school.
- Follow the story of brothers Hopakuli and Chorten.
Did You Know
- Hopakuli is only four years old when he arrives at the monastery.
- The film was directed by Yuqi Kang and released in 2017.
- The boys are left at the monastery by their single mother after their father's death.
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Who directed the documentary A Little Wisdom?
A Little Wisdom was directed by Yuqi Kang.
Where is the Buddhist monastery school located in A Little Wisdom?
The Buddhist monastery school is located in Lumbini, Nepal.
What is the runtime of the documentary A Little Wisdom?
The runtime of A Little Wisdom is 92 minutes.
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