Filmed over 20 years in 17 countries, a Tibetan spiritual master faces the challenge of passing on his heritage to a son who rejects it.
“An Epic Twenty-Year Journey”
Synopsis
Filmed over 20 years in 17 countries, a Tibetan spiritual master faces the challenge of passing on his heritage to a son who rejects it.
Synopsis
Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche, a Tibetan Buddhist master, fled Tibet in 1959 and settled in Italy. He has two children, including Yeshi Silvano Namkhai, recognized at birth as the reincarnation of a respected spiritual teacher. Filmed over 20 years, “My Reincarnation” follows Yeshi’s conflict between his spiritual lineage and desire for a conventional life. The narrative captures their evolving relationship as they confront cultural expectations and personal aspirations against the backdrop of a vanishing Tibetan heritage.
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Why Watch
- Meet Namkhai Norbu, a Tibetan spiritual master in Italy.
- Follow Yeshi's struggle against his spiritual legacy.
- See the impact of Tibetan culture on Western life.
Did You Know
- Jennifer Fox filmed My Reincarnation over 20 years, from 1988 to 2009.
- Yeshi was recognized at birth as the reincarnation of his uncle, a Dzogchen master.
- Namkhai Norbu escaped Tibet in 1959 and settled in Italy.
- The film has a score of 73% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 15 critic reviews.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who directed the documentary My Reincarnation?
My Reincarnation was directed by Jennifer Fox.
What is the main conflict in My Reincarnation?
The main conflict is between Namkhai Norbu, a Tibetan spiritual master, and his son Yeshi, who refuses to follow in his father's spiritual footsteps.
How long did Jennifer Fox spend filming My Reincarnation?
Jennifer Fox spent 20 years filming My Reincarnation, from 1988 to 2009.
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