Travellers & Magicians
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Movie Reviews of Travellers & Magicians
Movie Review: a powerful and beautiful journey through self-realization....
Summary: 5 Stars
I reccomend that everyone see this, if not for the fact that it is a beautifully told story, but that, I believe, this is one of the few (if not the only) Bhutanese film released in the United States.
"Travellers & Magicians" doesn't rely on loud, boisterous special effects, airbrushed superstars or computer-generated chase sequences. What it does rely on is a believable plot line, an exasperated lead character, Dondup (Tshewang Dendup), who wants nothing more but to leave his tired Bhutanese village, go into the big city, and, ultimately leave for the United States. Dondup is dissatisfied with his government job, the fact that there are few (if any) cute girls for him to acquaint himself with, no movie theatres or restaurants. This is a universal plight that anyone from a small town (or village) can relate to, be they in Bhutan or in a small town in the flatlands of the United States. As he attempts to leave, during one of the village festivals, he encounters a monk, a fruit vendor, an elderly man and his daughter. They are all trying to hitch a ride, for various reasons. Although, the self-absorbed Dondup is, at first, rather annoyed at his unsolicited companions, he eventually becomes drawn into the monk's storytelling. In fact, he is so compelled to hear the conclusion of the story (parallel to his plight), that he allows the fruit vendor to leave on the next tour bus out, just to stay behind and listen to the conclusion.
This film examines "the grass is greener" view that we all share, regardless of culture. Is it really the environment with which we surround ourselves (the outer), or our own general outlook on life (the inner), that determines our ultimate satisfaction with life? Just something to ponder......
Movie Review: Many miles to go, and promises to keep
Summary: 5 Stars
Beautiful and poignant. The protagonist has a good life, but is dissatisfied, and his peception of it's imperfect nature leads him to jump on any opportunity for something he believes will be better. After becoming obsessed with a particular place, which he believes to be paradise, he has the opportunity to go there, and begins his journey, only to discover how satisfying his life as it is can be. It's a pretty interesting message for us Westerners, as it runs counter to some of the fundamental assumptions of our society, such as the idea that life will always be inadequate, no matter how good it gets, and that we must always strive for better, no matter what the cost.Movie Review: Beautiful satisfying tale set in a magical realm!!
Summary: 5 Stars
My first thought when I saw the gorgeous landscape was "where is Bhutan?" It is a small country between India and China that has regulated foreign influence to maintain its traditional Buddhist culture.
It was beautiful to see the interations between people as this simple story unfolded. I enjoyed the glimpses of traditional culture and the way of life. Most of the tale takes place along a road in the Himalayas where people who have a vehicle stop give people along the road a ride.
It was a refreshing visit to a gentle, magical realm. This movie makes me want to visit this country.
Movie Review: Magical
Summary: 5 Stars
Travellers & Magicians is one of the best foreing films ever. The film goes beyond the "simple" cultural experience that we've come to expect from foreing films, as it reaches to our psyche and makes us ponder about our own life. Doldup's (the main character) quest for his "dreamland," turns out to be everyone's quest. This movie gently eases you to ponder about life as it blends east, west, Buddhism, humanitity, lust, and the natural beauty of a wonderfull land. A true masterpice.Movie Review: A Tibetan Parable
Summary: 5 Stars
Travellers and Magicians is a charming story beautifully filmed. This drama is well acted. The characters are interesting and humourus. This story is suitable for all ages and provides a glimpse into the culture and customs of people living in the Himalayas,a beautiful area of the world that few will ever get to see in their lives. I originally rented this film and then bought a copy so that I would be able to watch it many times.