(Gotama the Buddha)

Content: A lyrical Indian documentary tracing the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha. Directed by Rajbans Khanna and produced by Bimal Roy, the film blends narration with evocative imagery of India’s landscapes, art, and archaeological sites to reflect the Buddha’s search for wisdom and peace. Premiering in Paris, it went on to earn a Special Mention at the 1957 Cannes Film Festival, where its spiritual depth and visual poetry were widely praised.

Countries:

India

Genres:

Documentary

Runtime:

63 minutes

Year:

1957

Directors:

Rajbans Khanna

Production companies:

Films Division of India

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