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The Cup
“Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.”
6.6 / 10• 1999• 1h 33m•G• Tibetan
Comedy
Storyline
While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.
Cast & Crew
OT
Orgyen Tobgyal
Geko
LeadNC
Neten Chokling
Lodo
JL
Jamyang Lodro
Orgyen
LC
Lama Chonjor
Abbot
LG
Lama Godhi
Old Lama
JN
Jamyang Nyima
Sleeping Monk
Tracy Mann
Newsreader
D
Dorje
TV House Spectator
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Khyentse Norbu's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Cup is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
