A Gesar Bard's Tale
"Young nomad Dawa's life was transformed at age 13 when a series of visions led to his remarkable gift for telling the epic tale of Tibet's King Gesar."
Originally released in 2013. A Gesar Bard's Tale is a documentary film. directed by Donagh Coleman. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dawa Drakpa
Synopsis
As a boy, Dawa was an illiterate Tibetan nomad whose life revolved around herding yaks. At 13, his life changed: through a series of visions, Dawa acquired the gift of telling the epic story of Tibet’s King Gesar. Now, at 35, Dawa receives a salary from the government as a guardian of national cultural heritage and is regarded as a holy man by his community. When an earthquake reduces his hometown to rubble, redevelopment of the region takes a giant leap forward. In the midst of such seismic shifts, Dawa seeks healing from King Gesar and other divine protectors of the land.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2013
13 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
Language
BO
Original language
Country
China
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Directors
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- BO
Production Companies
- alive mind
- Kino Lorber
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Gesar Bard's Tale about?
As a boy, Dawa was an illiterate Tibetan nomad whose life revolved around herding yaks. At 13, his life changed: through a series of visions, Dawa acquired the gift of telling the epic story of Tib...
Who directed A Gesar Bard's Tale?
A Gesar Bard's Tale was directed by Donagh Coleman.
How long is A Gesar Bard's Tale?
A Gesar Bard's Tale has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was A Gesar Bard's Tale released?
A Gesar Bard's Tale was released on January 1, 2013 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Gesar Bard's Tale?
The main cast of A Gesar Bard's Tale includes Dawa Drakpa.