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Buddha Thus Have I Heard

Buddha Thus Have I Heard

2012
Animation TV Movie
288 min
7.9 / 10
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This is the story of the life of the Lord Buddha as an animation in Thai language (it has also been translated into English). This is not the…

Personnel // Cast & Crew

Director Krishnanand

How Viewers Describe This Film

Common themes and sentiments

contemplative educational reverent serene insightful spiritual accessible gentle traditional earnest informative

Reviews

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Clara Fitzgerald
Apr 26, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This animated telling of the Lord Buddha's life, 'Buddha Thus Have I Heard', serves as a thoughtful, if somewhat conventional, introduction to Buddhist teachings. The narrative carefully charts the spiritual leader's journey, emphasising the difficulties he navigated and…

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Arthur Sterling
Apr 26, 2026
4.5 / 5
4.5

'Buddha Thus Have I Heard' is a beautifully rendered animated exploration of a spiritual icon's journey. The film eschews sensationalism, opting instead for a sincere portrayal of the Lord Buddha's path to awakening, highlighting the profound challenges and…

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Genevieve Dubois
Apr 26, 2026
3.0 / 5
3.0

The animated depiction of the Lord Buddha's life in 'Buddha Thus Have I Heard' aims to educate and inspire. The narrative, focusing on the trials and triumphs leading to enlightenment, functions as a straightforward introduction to Buddhist basics.…

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Marcus Bellweather
Apr 26, 2026
4.0 / 5
4.0

As a visual exposition of Buddhist philosophy, 'Buddha Thus Have I Heard' succeeds admirably. The animation, originating from Thailand, provides a unique lens through which to view the Lord Buddha's quest for enlightenment. It meticulously details the obstacles…

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Eleanor Vance
Apr 26, 2026
3.5 / 5
3.5

This animated feature offers a contemplative journey through the life of the Lord Buddha. The Thai animation, translated into English, presents a visual narrative of his arduous path to enlightenment, detailing both his struggles and his eventual triumphs.…

FAQs

The film is presented as a guide to the basics of Buddhism, illustrating the trials and triumphs the Lord Buddha endured to reach enlightenment. While specific scholarly accuracy is not detailed, its intent is to convey foundational concepts through narrative. By focusing on the Lord Buddha's personal journey, it aims to offer an accessible understanding of the spiritual path and its core teachings, making it a valuable, albeit introductory, resource for learning about Buddhist philosophy.