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The Cup
Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.
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.
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Synopsis
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 and production details
About The Cup
Cast
Tracy MannNewsreaderCredits
- Directed by
- Khyentse Norbu
- Written by
- Khyentse Norbu
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- bo
- Original title
- ཕོར་པ།
Production
- Palm PicturesUnited States
- Coffee Stain ProductionsAustralia
HanWay FilmsUnited Kingdom
Themes
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