Passage to Buddha (1993)

Other name: 화엄경, Hwaomkyung

Description:

Passage to Buddha is an evocatively beautiful meditation on life and one of the best Buddhist-themed films from Korea. Directed by Jang Sun Woo and based on Go Eun's novel, the story follows a young boy named Seon Jae, played by Oh Tae Kyung, on a deeply spiritual journey. Seon Jae spends his life on the road in search of his mother. This poignant quest acts as a modern unfolding of the Avatamsaka sutra. Throughout his travels, his spiritual odyssey leads him to telling encounters with strange people. Each unique interaction guides him closer to understanding existence, eventually leading him to discover the very essence of Buddhism. This quiet masterpiece captures a soul-stirring search for belonging and enlightenment.

Country: Korean

Status: Completed

Released: 1993

Genre:Drama; Family