Buddha: The Great Departure

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Released May 28, 2011

Overview

Prince Siddhartha is heir to the Shakya kingdom, which is constantly at war with the more powerful Kosala kingdom. His father tries to raise as him as a warrior leader and to shield him from the miseries of the world. Meeting the young outcast girl Migaila, Siddhartha experiences love for the first time but also witnesses the suffering that afflicts humankind. Meanwhile, in Kosala, Chapra rises through the military, despite his lowly origins, to become a hero and general of the army. A final showdown between the two kingdoms forces Siddhartha to re-evaluate the path he is following.

Runtime

1h 51m


Origin Country

Japan


Original Language

Japanese


Original Title

手塚治虫のブッダ -赤い砂漠よ!美しく-


Status

Released


Production Countries

  • Japan

Spoken Languages

  • 日本語 (Japanese)

Production Companies

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    Toei Animation

    Japan

  • logo for Tezuka Productions

    Tezuka Productions

    Japan

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