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This adaptation of Harrer's acclaimed book focuses more on Harrer, a Nazi party member whose life was changed by his experiences in Tibet with the Dalai Lama. Having survived a treacherous climb on the challenging peak of Nanga Parbat and a stint in a British POW camp, Harrer and climbing guide Peter Aufschnaiter arrive at the Tibetan city of Lhasa, where the 14-year-old Dalai Lama lives as ruler of Tibet. Their stay is longer than either could have expected, and their lives are forever transformed by their proximity to the Tibetan leader and the peaceful ways of the Buddhist people. The film is filled with stunning images and delightful moments of discovery and soothing, lighthearted spirituality, and although he is somewhat miscast, Pitt brings the requisite integrity to his central role. What's missing here is a greater understanding of the young Dalai Lama and the culture of Tibet. Whereas Kundun tells its story purely from the Dalai Lama's point of view, Seven Years in Tibet is essentially an outsider's tale. The result is the feeling that only part of the story's been told here--or maybe just the wrong story. But Harrer's memoir is moving and heartfelt, and director Jean-Jacques Annaud has effectively captured both sincerity and splendor in this flawed but worthwhile film.

Actors: Brad Pitt, David Thewlis, BD Wong, Mako, Danny Denzongpa
Directors: Jean-Jacques Annaud
Writers: Becky Johnston, Heinrich Harrer
Producers: Alisa Tager, Catherine Moulin, David Nichols, Diane Summers, Iain Smith
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, NTSC
Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Studio: Sony Pictures
VHS Release Date: September 15, 1998
Run Time: 136 minutes