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When the Iron Bird Flies

2012 · Movie · 96 min · ★ 6.5

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The fascinating story of how one of the world's great spiritual traditions journeyed from the caves of Tibet to the mainstream of Western culture, revealing how the Buddhist teachings can help us navigate the challenges of 21st century life. The film's provocative message of compassion and resilience is even more relevant today than when it was released in 2012.

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Details
Years
2012
Release date
2012-10-20
Language
English
Runtime
96 min
TMDB rating
6.5/10 (2 votes)

Themes

  • buddhism

Cast & crew