Movie

The Cup

“Buddhism is their philosophy. Soccer is their religion.”

★ 6.6(46)19991h 33m

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Good to know

Director: Khyentse Norbu
Release date: 1999-10-28
Runtime: 1h 33m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: Australia
Studio: Palm Pictures

The Cup — trailer

About The Cup

The Cup is a 1999 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by Khyentse Norbu, starring Orgyen Tobgyal, Neten Chokling and Jamyang Lodro. It has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 46 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Cup in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Orgyen Tobgyal

Geko

Neten Chokling

Lodo

Jamyang Lodro

Orgyen

Lama Chonjor

Abbot

Lama Godhi

Old Lama

Jamyang Nyima

Sleeping Monk

Tracy Mann

Newsreader

Themes & keywords

sportsmonkworld cuptibetanbuddhist monastery

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Cup in Mexico?+

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How long is The Cup?+

The Cup has a runtime of 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

Who stars in The Cup?+

The Cup stars Orgyen Tobgyal, Neten Chokling, Jamyang Lodro, Lama Chonjor and Lama Godhi.

When did The Cup come out?+

The Cup is a 1999 movie directed by Khyentse Norbu.

What genre is The Cup?+

The Cup is Comedy film.

Who directed The Cup?+

The Cup was directed by Khyentse Norbu.