Brilliant Moon chronicles the life of the writer, poet, and meditation master Khyentse Rinpoche, one of Tibet's most revered 20th-century Buddhist teachers. Spiritual guide to His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the Royal Family of Bhutan, his life and teachings were an inspiration to all who encountered him. Richard Gere and Lou Reed provide the narration for his dangerous journey out of China, the subsequent spread of his influence and the search for his reincarnation after his death.
Direction
Neten Chokling—yes, he's also a reincarnated lama—directs with devotional patience.
Cinematography
Himalayas so gorgeous you'll forget to breathe properly.
Sound
Lou Reed's gravel against prayer bells: unexpectedly perfect.
Director
Neten Chokling
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Director Neten Chokling is himself a recognized tulku (reincarnated lama), making this a rare case of a reincarnated master filming another.
The film captures Tibetan Buddhism's 'golden age' diaspora—when teachers like Khyentse Rinpoche smuggled entire lineages out in their minds, one of history's great invisible cultural rescues.
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