In collaboration with the Canadian Society for Asian Arts, Vancouver Shinpo, and the Buddhism and Contemporary Society Program, UBC. MOA is pleased to co-host the Canadian Premiere of Buddha: The Great Departure in conjunction with Visions of Enlightenment: Buddhist Art at MOA.
In the distinctive style of Tezuka Osamu’s manga, the full-length animated film presents the epic tale that explores the inner struggles and greater societal clashes that transformed Siddhartha from prince to Buddha.
Where: Pacific Cinemateque, 1131 Howe St., Vancouver
When: Tuesday, September 11 7:30 pm
Tickets: $8 at www.moa.ubc.ca/eventtickets
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/429465163763279/
Trailer (no subtitles): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xw_mhaJqdVo
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