10 Questions for the Dalai Lama

How do you reconcile a commitment to non-violence when faced with violence? Why do the poor often seem happier than the rich? Must a society lose its traditions in order to move into the future? These are some of the questions posed to His Holiness the Dalai Lama by filmmaker and explorer Rick Ray. Ray examines some of the fundamental questions of our time by weaving together observations from his own journeys throughout India and the Middle East, and the wisdom of an extraordinary spiritual leader. This is his story, as told and filmed by Rick Ray during a private visit to his monastery in Dharamsala, India over the course of several months. Also included is rare historical footage as well as footage supplied by individuals who at great personal risk, filmed with hidden cameras within Tibet. Part biography, part philosophy, part adventure and part politics, "10 Questions for The Dalai Lama" conveys more than history and more than answers - it opens a window into the heart of an inspiring man. If you had only one hour, what would you ask?

Grosses

Germany
$167,148
Summary Details
DistributorNFP Marketing & Distribution
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Opening$35,066
41 theaters
Release DateMay 8, 2008
Running Time1 hr 26 min
GenresDocumentary
In Release238 days/34 weeks
Widest Release42 theaters
DateRankWeekend %± LW TheatersChange AvgTo DateWeekend
May 8-1123$35,066-41-$855$35,0661
May 15-1829$42,073+20%42+1$1,001$92,9462
May 22-2534$24,357-42.1%39-3$624$129,8493
May 29-Jun 132$9,902-59.3%23-16$430$141,3094
Jun 5-839$7,494-24.3%12-11$624$153,7705
Jun 12-1555$5,194-30.7%12-$432$157,4786
Jun 19-2248$4,124-20.6%12-$343$167,1487