Publication
Imprint: New York : Shanghai Film Group / Kino Lorber, 2012, ©2006. Context: Originally produced as a motion picture in 2006 Responsibility: Hus Entertaiment ; Shanghai Film Studios present ; a Sherwood Hu film. Credits: Cinematography, Hou Yong ; editor, Yu Mu ; music, He Xuntian. Performer(s): Purba Rgyal, Dobrgyal, Zomskyid, Sonamdolgar. OCLC Number: 796023696. Language: In Tibetan with English subtitles. Physical: 1 videodisc (105 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in. DVD.
Call number
DVD / Front Desk
ISBN
7883676962 / 9787883676966
Original publication date
2006
Collections
CSS Library Notes
Description: PRINCE OF THE HIMALAYAS is an adaptation of William Shakespeare's Hamlet by acclaimed director Sherwood Hu. Set in ancient Tibet, under the shadows of the Himalayas, Prince Lhamoklodan returns home to find his uncle has taken the throne and married the queen, his mother, upon the mysterious death of his father. Seeking to avenge his father's death, the Prince struggles to face his destiny as the rightful heir to the throne.
The film is a stunning historical epic with lavish costumes and visually ravishing scenery. A captivating reinterpretation of a Shakespeare classic. -- from box
FY2014 / jvsn
The film is a stunning historical epic with lavish costumes and visually ravishing scenery. A captivating reinterpretation of a Shakespeare classic. -- from box
FY2014 / jvsn
Physical description
4.75 inches
Description
Set in ancient Tibet under the shadow of the Himalayas, the young prince Lhamoklodan learns of his father's mysterious death and returns to the Kingdom Jiaobo. Troubled by his mother's sudden remarriage to his uncle Kulo-ngam, he swears to find the truth of his father's death. His obsession of revenge overwhelms his spirit and shadows his love to Odsaluyang. When he points his sword at the new king, Queen Nanm finally tells her beloved son, Lhamoklodan, the true identity of his uncle. In the struggle to face his destiny and fight his demons, a new king is born
Original language
Chinese