The Cup
ཕོར་པ།
“Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.”
Synopsis
While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-01-26
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Montréal Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 28, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Khyentse Norbu
- Screenplay & Story
- Khyentse Norbu
- Original Score
- Douglas Mills
- Original Title
- ཕོར་པ།
- Country of Origin
- Australia, United Kingdom, United States of America, Bhutan
- Spoken Languages
- French, Hindi, Tibetan
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Production Studios
- Palm Pictures, Coffee Stain Productions, HanWay Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Khyentse Norbu
Khyentse Norbu
Douglas Mills
Paul J. Warren
John Scott
Raymond Steiner, Malcolm Watson, Pema Wangchuck, Maree Tenzin-Steiner, Hooman Majd
Department Leadership Roster
Khyentse Norbu
Director
Khyentse Norbu
Writer
John Scott
Editor
Raymond Steiner
Production Design
Raymond Steiner
Producer
Malcolm Watson
Producer
Pema Wangchuck
Producer
Maree Tenzin-Steiner
Producer
Glenn Fawcett
Producer
Patrick Jacquelin
Producer
Paul J. Warren
Director of Photography
Douglas Mills
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cup
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What is The Cup about?
While the World Cup is being played in France, two young Tibetan refugees arrive at a monastery in India. The atmosphere of serene contemplation is soon disrupted by soccer fever, as the two students desperately seek a TV to watch the final.
Who directed The Cup?
The Cup was directed by Khyentse Norbu.
Who stars in The Cup?
The principal cast of The Cup includes Orgyen Tobgyal, Neten Chokling, Jamyang Lodro, Lama Chonjor, Lama Godhi.
When was The Cup released and how long is it?
The Cup was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cup?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cup was composed by Douglas Mills.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Cup?
The Cup holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).