Synopsis:
Living an indolent life in a luxurious palace, Prince Gautama (Rai) is insulated by his family from the harshness of the world outside. But he is destined to learn greater truths: shocked to discover the pain and suffering of so many in his kingdom, he abandons his privileged existence, and his wife Gopa (Seeta Devi), to become a wandering teacher, eventually finding enlightenment and founding Buddhism. Featuring superimposed images and deep-focus shots that were highly impressive for the time, Light of Asia astutely combines a deeply felt spirituality with the surefire attraction of Indian exotica, which helped make it a considerable success in Europe.
| Directed by: | Himansu Rai & Franz Osten |
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| Written by: | Niranjan Pal & Edwin Arnold |
| Runtime: | 97 minutes |
Cast:
Seeta Devi
Gopa
Gopa
Himansu Rai
Gautama
Gautama
Sarada Ukil
King Suddhodhana
King Suddhodhana
Rani Bala
Queen Maya
Queen Maya
Prafulla Roy
Devadatta
Devadatta
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Also known as:
- Die Leuchte Asiens
- The Light of Asia