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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life (1994): Cast

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life is a 1994 documentary directed by Barrie McLean and Yukari Hayashi, starring Leonard Cohen as Narrator. It runs 46 minutes.

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life (1994) movie poster
Released
Runtime
46 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life About?

The premise of The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life without spoilers.

Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this two‑part series examines Tibetan Buddhist teachings on death, the 49‑day bardo state, and vivid visions of the afterlife. The first episode traces the history and Western reception of The Tibetan Book of the Dead. The second follows an elder lama and a 13‑year‑old novice monk as they guide a deceased soul through the bardo toward rebirth.

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life Themes & Keywords

· 6 tags
  • tibet
  • tibetan buddhism
  • reincarnation
  • rites
  • death
  • buddhism
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Cast & crew

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life Cast & Characters

Leonard Cohen plays Narrator in The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life. Directed by Barrie McLean and Yukari Hayashi.

From the directors

More from Barrie McLean and Yukari Hayashi

More films directed by Barrie McLean and Yukari Hayashi: The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation and Golden Apples of the Sun.

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life Trailers & Videos

The trailer of The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life.

TIBETAN BOOK OF THE DEAD - TRAILER
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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life Also Known As

Also known as “Tibeti Halottaskönyv 1. rész”.

Also known as
  • Tibeti Halottaskönyv 1. rész

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The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life?

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life runs 46 minutes.

When was The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life released?

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life was released on June 4, 1994.

Who directed The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life?

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life was directed by Barrie McLean and Yukari Hayashi.

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Who is in the cast of The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life?

The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life stars Leonard Cohen as Narrator.

Does The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life have a post-credit scene?

No. The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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