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201282 minPGdocumentary

Yangsi

201282 minPGdocumentary

Fourteen years pass as Jigme Lhundrup, the Yangsi, prepares to take on the role of a revered Tibetan Buddhist spiritual master.

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Fourteen years pass as Jigme Lhundrup, the Yangsi, prepares to take on the role of a revered Tibetan Buddhist spiritual master.

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Mark Elliott director

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Jigme Lhundrup, known as the Yangsi, is the reincarnation of a revered Tibetan Buddhist master. Director Mark Elliott follows Lhundrup over fourteen years as he prepares to take on the responsibilities of his predecessor. The film captures significant moments in his life, culminating in his introduction to the world as a young man. Set against the backdrop of Tibetan Buddhism, "Yangsi" presents a unique perspective on spiritual leadership and the expectations placed on a reincarnated figure.

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