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Crazy Wisdom: The Life and Times of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche

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2011 · 86 min Documentary
5.5 / 10 · TMDB

CRAZY WISDOM explores the arrival of Tibetan Buddhism in America through the story of Chögyam Trungpa, who landed in the U.S. in 1970. Trungpa became renowned for translating ancient Buddhist concepts into language and ideas that Westerners could understand and shattered preconceived notions about how an enlightened teacher should behave. Initially rejected, his teachings are now recognized by western philosophers and spiritual leaders as authentic and profound.

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Year 2011
Country United States of America
Genre Documentary
Director Johanna Demetrakas
Runtime 86 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.5/10 (4 votes)

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Crazy Wisdom: The Life and Times of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche has mixed reviews with a rating of 5.5/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

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A 2011 film from an era before CGI overload, with real performances that still hit hard. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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