Pawo (2016)

Since 1950, Tibet has been occupied by China. Dorjee, a young Tibetan, grew up in peace 40 years later. After the death of his father, it all comes to a point, where he realizes that his ... See full summary »

Directors:

Marvin Litwak, Sonam Tseten (co-director)

Writers:

Marvin Litwak, Marvin Litwak

Stars:

Shavo Dorjee, Tenzin Gyaltsen, Tenzin Jamyang

6 wins & 2 nominations.

Cast

Credited cast:
Shavo Dorjee	...	Dorjee
Tenzin Gyaltsen	...	Kelsang
Tenzin Jamyang	...	Genpo
Rinchen Palzom	...	Tenzin
Kathleen Renish	...	Newscaster
Lhakpa Tsering	...	Smuggler

Storyline

Since 1950, Tibet has been occupied by China. Dorjee, a young Tibetan, grew up in peace 40 years later. After the death of his father, it all comes to a point, where he realizes that his wings are already cut, what it means to be Tibetan in a country which is called "China". Inside Tibet and in exile, a last cry for freedom starts.

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Taglines:

"Visually stunning, an accomplished film of great consequence about the current Tibetan struggle against oppression" Oaxaca FilmFest

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Genres:

Biography | Drama

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Did You Know?

Trivia

In December 2016, 'Pawo' was a recipient of the Outstanding Achievement Award at Feature Narrative category in Calcutta International Cult Film Festival, in India.

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Connections

References Naruto (2002)

User Reviews

Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

Germany India China

Language:

Tibetan English Chinese

Release Date:

April 2016 (USA)

Also Known As:

PAWO (Litwak)

Box Office

Budget:

$80,000 (estimated)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Das Department Filmproduktion, überRot- Film und Design

Technical Specs

Runtime:

117 min

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1