The Light of Asia

  • Movies
  • 1925-10-22
  • HI
  • Released
  • 2h 37m
  • DE
  • Drama
Production

Münchner Lichtspielkunst AG (Emelka), Great Eastern Film Corporation, Himansu Rai Film

Storyline

Living an indolent life in a luxurious palace, Prince Gautama (Rai) is insulated by his family from the harshness of the world outside. But he is destined to learn greater truths: shocked to discover the pain and suffering of so many in his kingdom, he abandons his privileged existence, and his wife Gopa (Seeta Devi), to become a wandering teacher, eventually finding enlightenment and founding Buddhism. Featuring superimposed images and deep-focus shots that were highly impressive for the time, Light of Asia astutely combines a deeply felt spirituality with the surefire attraction of Indian exotica, which helped make it a considerable success in Europe.

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