1 00:03:27,874 --> 00:03:29,291 Why must you be this way? 2 00:03:29,375 --> 00:03:32,878 Why is there always a problem? It’s a good question. 3 00:03:34,923 --> 00:03:37,299 Do you want to go home? Do you want to turn around? 4 00:03:37,425 --> 00:03:39,801 -Yes. -It’s the Himalayas. 5 00:03:40,261 --> 00:03:42,888 How long have I been talking about the Himalayas? 6 00:03:42,972 --> 00:03:45,390 -How long? -Far too long. 7 00:03:46,643 --> 00:03:50,270 Horst, when we get there, can you give me a hand, please? 8 00:03:50,396 --> 00:03:53,148 -Yes, of course. -Ingrid, stop it. 9 00:04:12,001 --> 00:04:14,002 Let's try to make the best of this. 10 00:04:17,799 --> 00:04:20,008 Where's this idiot who's supposed to meet us? 11 00:04:22,136 --> 00:04:25,180 Move! Move! 12 00:04:27,517 --> 00:04:30,352 Mr. Harrer. I have your tickets. 13 00:04:30,478 --> 00:04:33,522 -I’m late. Take me to my train. -No, you don't understand. 14 00:04:33,606 --> 00:04:35,816 -What? -I am Peter Aufschnaiter. 15 00:04:35,858 --> 00:04:38,527 I am leading the expedition. How do you do? 16 00:04:38,653 --> 00:04:41,196 Here's our celebrity. Mr. Harrer? 17 00:04:42,198 --> 00:04:45,534 May I say, Mr. Harrer, on behalf of the Reichssportsfuhrer, 18 00:04:45,660 --> 00:04:49,121 we are honoured to have such a great German hero on the team. 19 00:04:49,205 --> 00:04:50,998 Thank you, but I’m Austrian. 20 00:04:51,541 --> 00:04:54,751 Yes, but I’m sure that as a distinguished member 21 00:04:54,836 --> 00:04:56,586 of the National Socialist Party, 22 00:04:56,671 --> 00:04:59,131 you would be proud to plant our country's flag 23 00:04:59,215 --> 00:05:02,009 on the summit of Nanga Parbat when you reach it. 24 00:05:02,093 --> 00:05:03,719 Hans Lobenhoffer. 25 00:05:04,304 --> 00:05:05,846 Lutz Chicken. 26 00:05:08,891 --> 00:05:11,268 And a picture with your lovely wife. 27 00:05:15,815 --> 00:05:17,566 And Mister... 28 00:05:17,650 --> 00:05:20,819 Horst Immendorf. Family friend. No picture necessary. 29 00:05:23,906 --> 00:05:26,199 When is the little one due, Mrs. Harrer? 30 00:05:26,284 --> 00:05:28,869 About the time my husband reaches the base camp. 31 00:05:29,579 --> 00:05:31,038 Thank you. 32 00:05:32,457 --> 00:05:35,792 Why don't you tell the entire stinking country our troubles? 33 00:05:36,836 --> 00:05:39,963 I’m getting on that train. Do you have anything you want to say? 34 00:05:43,176 --> 00:05:44,301 Fine. 35 00:05:45,386 --> 00:05:46,845 Go. Leave. 36 00:05:49,182 --> 00:05:51,099 I’ll see you in four months. 37 00:05:53,644 --> 00:05:56,563 -Take good care of her, Horst. -I will, Heinrich. 38 00:06:04,405 --> 00:06:05,906 Mr. Harrer? 39 00:07:17,228 --> 00:07:19,521 We will travel 5,000 miles. 40 00:07:20,064 --> 00:07:22,691 When we reach India, we will head for the Himalayas 41 00:07:22,775 --> 00:07:25,819 and the ninth-highest peak on Earth, Nanga Parbat. 42 00:07:26,028 --> 00:07:29,072 Germany calls it Unserberg, "Our Mountain." 43 00:07:30,616 --> 00:07:33,285 Before us, four German expeditions attempted it. 44 00:07:33,369 --> 00:07:34,578 All failed. 45 00:07:35,121 --> 00:07:38,415 Eleven climbers were killed in storms and avalanches. 46 00:07:38,875 --> 00:07:42,752 By now, the conquest of Nanga Parbat is a national obsession. 47 00:07:43,421 --> 00:07:45,505 A matter of German pride. 48 00:07:51,304 --> 00:07:53,597 July 29, 1939. 49 00:07:53,806 --> 00:07:56,933 We have already made Camp Four at 22,000 feet. 50 00:07:57,768 --> 00:08:02,189 Overhead is the Rakhiot Glacier and a difficult climb up the icefall. 51 00:08:05,943 --> 00:08:08,570 The baby must be at least 1-month-old now. 52 00:08:10,198 --> 00:08:12,491 I have been so confused and distracted. 53 00:08:13,618 --> 00:08:16,161 I can't climb with my usual confidence. 54 00:08:37,141 --> 00:08:38,266 Heinrich! 55 00:08:43,272 --> 00:08:44,773 Are you all right? 56 00:08:50,238 --> 00:08:53,031 Shit! 57 00:08:54,450 --> 00:08:57,911 -Are you all right? -Shall we come down? 58 00:08:59,872 --> 00:09:01,456 Lost a crampon. 59 00:09:01,999 --> 00:09:03,291 Go ahead. 60 00:09:26,065 --> 00:09:28,817 The weather's getting bad. We should rope up. 61 00:09:31,028 --> 00:09:35,907 -Did you hurt yourself back there? -Just a scratch. I’ll lead. 62 00:10:05,521 --> 00:10:07,689 Rocks! 63 00:10:07,773 --> 00:10:09,649 Look out below! 64 00:10:17,825 --> 00:10:19,117 Hold me! 65 00:10:22,413 --> 00:10:31,254 Heinrich! 66 00:10:32,965 --> 00:10:34,382 Have you got me? 67 00:10:43,851 --> 00:10:45,310 Hold me. 68 00:11:47,707 --> 00:11:50,208 You should have told me how bad that wound was. 69 00:11:50,835 --> 00:11:53,169 I should take a look at it. I could sew it up. 70 00:11:59,301 --> 00:12:00,719 It’s not your problem. 71 00:12:03,514 --> 00:12:05,348 Actually, it is my problem. 72 00:12:05,433 --> 00:12:08,601 -It’s my life. -What? 73 00:12:08,728 --> 00:12:11,730 When you conceal a serious injury and put my life at risk, 74 00:12:11,814 --> 00:12:14,315 I consider that my problem. 75 00:12:14,400 --> 00:12:17,402 No, you put your life at risk. I saved it, so shut up. 76 00:12:17,486 --> 00:12:19,988 Please, it is not your place... 77 00:12:20,072 --> 00:12:21,406 Shut up! 78 00:12:23,492 --> 00:12:26,035 The next time you lie about an injury, Heinrich, 79 00:12:26,787 --> 00:12:28,329 you're off the team. 80 00:12:32,168 --> 00:12:33,460 Try it. 81 00:13:54,583 --> 00:13:56,251 August 4, Camp Five. 82 00:13:56,502 --> 00:13:58,628 Some fierce storms have passed. 83 00:13:58,796 --> 00:14:01,297 My team-mates are nervous about the avalanches 84 00:14:01,423 --> 00:14:03,758 so we've been holed up for days. 85 00:14:03,843 --> 00:14:07,762 Aufschnaiter should take advantage of this lowland weather to make high camp. 86 00:14:08,097 --> 00:14:11,349 But he disagrees with me. Fool. 87 00:14:13,936 --> 00:14:16,938 It seems the others don't mind sitting here waiting, 88 00:14:16,981 --> 00:14:18,815 hoping, doing nothing. 89 00:14:19,817 --> 00:14:24,279 So much time to question one's self is not good. 90 00:14:27,366 --> 00:14:30,869 I am beginning to think this whole expedition was a mistake. 91 00:14:48,721 --> 00:14:50,805 Run! Avalanche! Get out! 92 00:14:55,853 --> 00:14:57,645 Leave everything! 93 00:15:11,702 --> 00:15:13,244 Put that down! 94 00:15:14,872 --> 00:15:16,664 We are going down now! 95 00:15:16,707 --> 00:15:19,709 If they're frightened of a storm, send them down to Camp Two. 96 00:15:19,835 --> 00:15:21,085 I can summit on my own! 97 00:15:21,170 --> 00:15:23,254 Peter, always give the best man his shot! 98 00:15:23,339 --> 00:15:25,423 He's trying to tell us he's the best man. 99 00:15:25,507 --> 00:15:28,176 Give me two Sherpas. I can make Camp Six by tonight 100 00:15:28,260 --> 00:15:30,345 and my final attack tomorrow! 101 00:15:30,429 --> 00:15:33,181 -We are going down now as a team. -I’ve earned that peak. 102 00:15:33,265 --> 00:15:35,516 -I want that peak! -As a team. That's an order. 103 00:15:35,601 --> 00:15:38,394 That is an order! An order! 104 00:15:39,563 --> 00:15:40,855 Follow me. 105 00:16:43,585 --> 00:16:46,254 Dalai Lama photo. Good protection. 106 00:16:46,755 --> 00:16:49,590 Take it, sahib. It will protect you. 107 00:16:49,633 --> 00:16:51,926 No, that means nothing to me. 108 00:16:53,137 --> 00:16:55,805 Dalai Lama. Dalai Lama photo. 109 00:16:55,973 --> 00:16:58,891 Sahib, take it. Good protection for you. 110 00:17:13,741 --> 00:17:15,742 Good afternoon, Herr Harrer. 111 00:17:15,826 --> 00:17:18,578 Well, let's hope that Germany retreats from Poland 112 00:17:18,620 --> 00:17:20,747 as quickly as you did from your mountain. 113 00:17:21,123 --> 00:17:23,624 It might save you some prison time. 114 00:17:24,960 --> 00:17:26,919 What is this? Who are you? 115 00:17:26,962 --> 00:17:28,796 I’m sorry, but you're under arrest. 116 00:17:29,173 --> 00:17:31,299 What charge? Failure to summit? 117 00:17:31,341 --> 00:17:32,967 No, I’m afraid not. 118 00:17:34,595 --> 00:17:38,639 You see, war has been declared between His Majesty's Government and Germany. 119 00:17:38,766 --> 00:17:42,935 So all enemy aliens on British Empire soil are now prisoners of war. 120 00:18:27,815 --> 00:18:29,732 -Stop, or I’ll shoot! -Hands up! 121 00:18:29,858 --> 00:18:33,194 Wait. No, you don't understand. I’m Austrian. I’m a climber. 122 00:18:33,237 --> 00:18:36,030 I have nothing to do with your silly war. 123 00:18:41,703 --> 00:18:46,374 I can walk myself. This is an insult. 124 00:18:47,584 --> 00:18:50,503 You think you have the last word, but you don't. 125 00:18:50,546 --> 00:18:52,713 Pigs! All of you, pigs! 126 00:19:06,895 --> 00:19:09,188 October 1 5, 1939. 127 00:19:11,358 --> 00:19:14,735 Reaching prison camp, I make a promise to myself. 128 00:19:16,238 --> 00:19:20,241 I will be lying beside Ingrid before the summer solstice of the New Year. 129 00:19:22,452 --> 00:19:24,579 The Himalayas are right in front of us. 130 00:19:24,788 --> 00:19:27,874 It will be easy to escape and get lost in them. 131 00:19:40,929 --> 00:19:44,432 My fourth escape attempt brings me no closer to my goal. 132 00:19:45,434 --> 00:19:47,643 How far did you get this time? 133 00:19:47,769 --> 00:19:51,480 AII I have achieved is a certain dubious celebrity among the prisoners. 134 00:20:16,965 --> 00:20:20,593 If only my hand could express what is in my heart. 135 00:20:35,651 --> 00:20:37,944 I hear the guards are mailing letters for you. 136 00:20:38,946 --> 00:20:41,322 -Yes. -Would you mail these? 137 00:20:44,660 --> 00:20:45,993 Thank you. 138 00:20:47,329 --> 00:20:49,830 Hey, Heinrich, have you read this book? 139 00:20:49,998 --> 00:20:52,124 It was checked out to you. 140 00:20:57,256 --> 00:21:00,341 -We need to talk to you. -What about? 141 00:21:00,926 --> 00:21:02,260 About this. 142 00:21:10,310 --> 00:21:13,312 Impressive. When do you plan to leave? 143 00:21:13,522 --> 00:21:15,690 After monsoon season. And you? 144 00:21:17,276 --> 00:21:20,528 I see you've chosen my route. Through Tibet. 145 00:21:21,113 --> 00:21:25,324 You know, the few foreigners who have tried never came back. So, good luck. 146 00:21:25,617 --> 00:21:28,869 -Would you like to come with us? -Why? 147 00:21:29,204 --> 00:21:32,331 After all, you are the authority on jailbreak around here. 148 00:21:32,374 --> 00:21:36,168 -We could benefit from your experience. -Please. 149 00:21:37,379 --> 00:21:39,547 Stop this embarrassing charade. 150 00:21:40,966 --> 00:21:44,510 Every time you escape, Heinrich, the patrols are doubled and tripled. 151 00:21:44,553 --> 00:21:47,346 It is making life very difficult for the rest of us. 152 00:21:48,181 --> 00:21:51,225 I prefer to travel on my own. Thanks for thinking of me. 153 00:21:59,901 --> 00:22:01,360 The mailman has come. 154 00:22:40,776 --> 00:22:42,026 Dear Heinrich. 155 00:22:42,277 --> 00:22:45,696 Please sign the enclosed divorce papers and send them to my lawyer. 156 00:22:46,114 --> 00:22:49,950 Horst and I intend to be married as soon as the divorce is finalised. 157 00:22:50,077 --> 00:22:51,786 As for your letter, yes. 158 00:22:52,120 --> 00:22:55,873 Your son, Rolf Harrer, was born while you were climbing the mountain. 159 00:22:56,249 --> 00:22:59,585 He is now 2 years old and calls Horst, "Papa." 160 00:23:00,295 --> 00:23:01,796 When he is old enough, 161 00:23:01,880 --> 00:23:04,882 I will tell him his real father was lost in the Himalayas. 162 00:23:05,092 --> 00:23:06,634 It seems the kindest thing to say, 163 00:23:06,718 --> 00:23:09,261 considering you never wanted the child anyway. 164 00:23:09,971 --> 00:23:11,305 Needless to say, 165 00:23:11,431 --> 00:23:15,768 I have no intention of "resolving our differences" as you suggested. 166 00:23:16,436 --> 00:23:19,313 They were resolved the moment you left Austria. 167 00:23:20,148 --> 00:23:22,983 I’m sorry you have been imprisoned in India 168 00:23:23,235 --> 00:23:27,279 and hope this dreadful war will soon be over, for everyone's sake. 169 00:23:27,322 --> 00:23:28,656 Ingrid. 170 00:24:57,746 --> 00:24:58,996 I’m coming with you. 171 00:25:07,714 --> 00:25:09,173 This is your plan? 172 00:25:12,802 --> 00:25:15,513 In my humble opinion, this is ridiculous. 173 00:25:15,972 --> 00:25:18,807 Then since you are so humble, we won't ask your opinion. 174 00:26:04,437 --> 00:26:06,605 Open the charts. Turn around. 175 00:26:06,731 --> 00:26:09,775 Keep your back to the gate. Open the charts. 176 00:26:26,084 --> 00:26:28,335 Keep talking. Wait for my signal. 177 00:26:30,338 --> 00:26:32,131 We are clear. Okay. 178 00:26:45,687 --> 00:26:47,438 Open the gates. 179 00:26:55,113 --> 00:26:58,240 See to this. Open the gates. 180 00:27:33,777 --> 00:27:35,319 I’m going off on my own. 181 00:27:35,779 --> 00:27:37,946 So, good luck. 182 00:28:13,608 --> 00:28:17,986 First escape from prison camp, November 18, 1939. 183 00:28:19,406 --> 00:28:22,324 Rolf Harrer, three-and-a-half months old. 184 00:28:24,911 --> 00:28:28,247 My 30th birthday, July 6, 1941 . 185 00:28:29,082 --> 00:28:33,502 Rolf Harrer, exactly one year, I 1 months and 26 days. 186 00:28:36,297 --> 00:28:39,466 Last escape from Dehra Dun. Rolf Harrer... 187 00:31:08,283 --> 00:31:12,452 Take two and sleep it off. I’ll send you a bill in the morning. 188 00:31:16,416 --> 00:31:18,125 What are you doing here? 189 00:31:18,918 --> 00:31:22,838 I missed you so much, Heinrich. I thought I’d pay you a visit. 190 00:31:27,302 --> 00:31:28,635 What about the others? 191 00:31:29,262 --> 00:31:32,347 The Italians were caught outside Nelang 192 00:31:32,432 --> 00:31:36,101 and Lutz and Hans, they got sick and had to turn back. 193 00:31:37,729 --> 00:31:40,981 -Sorry to hear that. -I’m sure you're heartbroken. 194 00:31:43,276 --> 00:31:47,154 May I impose upon your generous nature and camp here tonight? 195 00:31:47,447 --> 00:31:48,655 Be my guest. 196 00:31:49,490 --> 00:31:52,659 Thank you. It is very gracious of you. 197 00:32:13,181 --> 00:32:15,182 -Good. -What else do you have in there? 198 00:32:15,266 --> 00:32:16,850 A ten-piece orchestra? 199 00:32:17,936 --> 00:32:20,312 By the way, I heard 200 00:32:20,688 --> 00:32:23,607 the Japanese have retreated all the way back to Shanghai 201 00:32:23,691 --> 00:32:25,943 so even if you make it to the Chinese border, 202 00:32:26,027 --> 00:32:28,111 you may have difficulty catching up with them. 203 00:32:28,196 --> 00:32:31,031 I don't care if they're repelled all the way back to Tokyo. 204 00:32:31,115 --> 00:32:33,533 You should if you want to get back to Austria. 205 00:32:33,618 --> 00:32:35,535 -But I don't. -Don't what? 206 00:32:38,039 --> 00:32:40,374 -Plan to go back. -Why not? 207 00:32:44,045 --> 00:32:45,963 No particular reason. 208 00:32:47,048 --> 00:32:49,007 But when you get there, tell my wife 209 00:32:49,050 --> 00:32:53,136 that two years in prison camp is roughly equivalent to four years of marriage. 210 00:32:53,221 --> 00:32:55,555 And I’m glad to be free of them both. 211 00:32:58,559 --> 00:33:02,854 I’m not going back either, not until this shameful war is over. 212 00:33:03,147 --> 00:33:05,315 -And where are you headed? -Tibet. 213 00:33:05,733 --> 00:33:09,486 Then on to China, see if I can find some work there. 214 00:33:11,698 --> 00:33:12,823 And you? 215 00:33:12,907 --> 00:33:16,994 By my calculations, the Chinese border is 2,058 kilometres away. 216 00:33:17,412 --> 00:33:18,912 Tibet is 68. 217 00:33:20,164 --> 00:33:24,084 It’s a long way to travel with such a heavy load. 218 00:33:25,169 --> 00:33:27,504 No, just full of food. 219 00:33:27,922 --> 00:33:30,257 -Precisely. -Mine. 220 00:33:32,427 --> 00:33:33,927 That's too bad. 221 00:33:34,053 --> 00:33:37,264 Those mountains are treacherous. There are glaciers to be crossed. 222 00:33:37,932 --> 00:33:40,434 If you had roped up to me, I could've kept you alive. 223 00:33:40,518 --> 00:33:43,228 Considering your performance the last time we roped up, 224 00:33:43,271 --> 00:33:44,938 I think I’m safer without you. 225 00:33:49,777 --> 00:33:50,819 Of course. 226 00:33:54,741 --> 00:33:58,952 But I think you are wrong about that Tibetan border calculation. 227 00:33:59,078 --> 00:34:01,788 By my measurements, it is 65 kilometres. 228 00:34:05,668 --> 00:34:08,295 Care to wager a kilo of food on that? 229 00:34:10,423 --> 00:34:13,800 All you've got is some stale crackers, Heinrich. 230 00:34:15,762 --> 00:34:17,512 But I’m right. I’ll win. 231 00:34:42,246 --> 00:34:44,831 Devils! Go away. 232 00:35:00,056 --> 00:35:02,140 Tibet, the roof of the world. 233 00:35:02,850 --> 00:35:06,019 It feels as though we have ascended a medieval stone fortress, 234 00:35:06,062 --> 00:35:08,355 towering above the centre of Asia. 235 00:35:09,148 --> 00:35:11,358 This is the highest country on Earth. 236 00:35:11,400 --> 00:35:13,527 And the most isolated. 237 00:35:22,912 --> 00:35:25,705 There it is. Tibet. 238 00:35:28,209 --> 00:35:31,837 -Exactly 68 kilometres. -Congratulations. 239 00:35:33,214 --> 00:35:36,383 Unfortunately, you've eaten all your winnings. 240 00:35:54,068 --> 00:35:55,068 Yes. 241 00:35:55,153 --> 00:35:58,113 Just smile and say yes. It’s better that way. 242 00:36:01,576 --> 00:36:04,578 It’s amazing what you learn in prison, isn't it? 243 00:36:13,838 --> 00:36:14,921 Tibet. 244 00:36:18,092 --> 00:36:20,510 -No foreigners allowed in Tibet. -Oh, please. 245 00:36:20,595 --> 00:36:22,429 No foreigner. 246 00:36:22,638 --> 00:36:24,097 Oh, please. 247 00:36:30,771 --> 00:36:33,815 Yes. Thank you. Of course. 248 00:37:02,386 --> 00:37:04,346 No translation needed. 249 00:37:35,670 --> 00:37:37,504 Some people are glad to see us. 250 00:37:37,922 --> 00:37:40,173 Don't let it get to your head, Heinrich. 251 00:37:40,258 --> 00:37:44,386 When the Tibetans clap hands, it means they are driving out evil forces. 252 00:37:50,559 --> 00:37:52,394 We need to find food. 253 00:37:56,941 --> 00:38:00,944 You talk to the Garpon, Governor of Province. 254 00:38:07,576 --> 00:38:10,453 It is the prophecy. It says here 255 00:38:10,538 --> 00:38:14,416 in the final testament of great thirteenth Dalai Lama. 256 00:38:14,834 --> 00:38:18,503 "It may happen that, in Tibet, religions and government 257 00:38:18,587 --> 00:38:21,047 "will be attacked by outside forces. 258 00:38:21,465 --> 00:38:23,925 "Unless we can guard our own country, 259 00:38:24,927 --> 00:38:27,804 "monks and their monasteries will be destroyed. 260 00:38:28,139 --> 00:38:31,308 "The lands and property of government officials will be seized. 261 00:38:32,184 --> 00:38:35,687 "The Dalai Lama and all the revered holders of the faith 262 00:38:35,813 --> 00:38:38,315 "will disappear and become nameless." 263 00:38:38,649 --> 00:38:42,861 Now you understand why we are not welcome to foreigners here? 264 00:38:42,945 --> 00:38:46,364 Yes, but you must understand we're not here to threaten or harm. 265 00:38:46,449 --> 00:38:48,616 We just need food, and then we'll be on our... 266 00:38:48,701 --> 00:38:51,286 His Excellency, the Garpon. 267 00:38:57,209 --> 00:39:00,962 Your Eminence, we're happy to see you. 268 00:39:01,047 --> 00:39:03,590 We wanted to apologise. 269 00:39:03,674 --> 00:39:04,966 Apologise. 270 00:39:08,512 --> 00:39:11,348 And give you this very special gift. 271 00:39:11,682 --> 00:39:13,600 You have nothing I want. 272 00:39:13,684 --> 00:39:15,310 Please, from us. 273 00:39:16,437 --> 00:39:19,397 Long live the Dalai Lama, His Holiness. 274 00:39:26,906 --> 00:39:29,741 Thank you for the picture. Go back to India. 275 00:39:36,832 --> 00:39:40,835 Two days into Tibet's western frontier and we are graciously kicked out. 276 00:39:41,587 --> 00:39:43,838 Our guides have strict orders to escort us 277 00:39:43,923 --> 00:39:46,591 to the Indian border some 40 kilometres away 278 00:39:46,884 --> 00:39:49,511 and to shoot us if we attempt escape. 279 00:40:23,629 --> 00:40:25,130 Must mean hello. 280 00:40:25,673 --> 00:40:28,174 As long as they don't try to kiss me. 281 00:40:32,596 --> 00:40:35,014 We have to stock up. I’m broke. 282 00:40:36,434 --> 00:40:38,017 Don't look at me. 283 00:40:38,102 --> 00:40:41,479 We have to eat, Peter. Know what time it is? 284 00:40:42,898 --> 00:40:44,691 It is not negotiable. 285 00:40:45,276 --> 00:40:47,986 My father gave it to me when I climbed Mont Blanc. 286 00:40:48,070 --> 00:40:49,863 Everyone's climbed Mont Blanc, Peter. 287 00:40:49,947 --> 00:40:52,657 If I had a watch like this, I would trade it. 288 00:41:36,035 --> 00:41:38,661 -Where did you get this jacket? -North Tibet. 289 00:41:38,746 --> 00:41:41,206 Communism soldier come from China. Very nice. 290 00:41:41,290 --> 00:41:44,250 They give food, money. Very nice. Communism soldier. 291 00:41:44,335 --> 00:41:45,877 Very nice, yeah. 292 00:41:46,795 --> 00:41:49,088 You like military uniforms, yes? 293 00:41:50,382 --> 00:41:53,718 I have German army boots. For you. Yes? 294 00:41:54,178 --> 00:41:56,012 German army boots. Wait. 295 00:42:04,230 --> 00:42:06,272 Give me these, for the guards. 296 00:42:07,107 --> 00:42:08,525 Look! 297 00:42:14,448 --> 00:42:16,282 Like this. You like? 298 00:42:18,702 --> 00:42:20,954 Very good. They're tough. 299 00:42:21,038 --> 00:42:24,707 My friend, shall I show you how German soldiers march? 300 00:42:29,880 --> 00:42:31,589 You must make this face. 301 00:42:41,100 --> 00:42:43,309 Come. Yes. 302 00:42:43,435 --> 00:42:44,936 Stop! 303 00:42:47,147 --> 00:42:50,316 Excellent. Yes. You, with practise. 304 00:42:51,151 --> 00:42:54,988 Now, I will show you how German soldiers run. 305 00:42:59,451 --> 00:43:00,994 Stand like this. 306 00:43:49,710 --> 00:43:51,044 Guess what? 307 00:43:53,213 --> 00:43:54,672 All clear. 308 00:44:18,322 --> 00:44:19,906 Know what time it is? 309 00:44:23,202 --> 00:44:27,497 You think I’m so happy to be travelling with you 310 00:44:27,581 --> 00:44:29,499 I should foot the bill? 311 00:44:30,542 --> 00:44:33,753 You are such a big man you don't need to contribute? 312 00:44:35,005 --> 00:44:36,422 You have a problem, Peter? 313 00:44:36,548 --> 00:44:38,091 Reminds me 314 00:44:38,884 --> 00:44:41,052 what you said at the bazaar back there. 315 00:44:42,262 --> 00:44:45,932 "If I had a watch like that, 316 00:44:46,558 --> 00:44:47,934 "I would trade it." 317 00:44:49,853 --> 00:44:51,896 You did not have one. 318 00:44:52,773 --> 00:44:56,275 You cheap, lying bastard. You have three. 319 00:45:08,247 --> 00:45:10,540 This is junk from some Italian prisoners. 320 00:45:10,624 --> 00:45:12,291 I don't give a shit. 321 00:45:13,252 --> 00:45:15,378 Haven't you ever heard of a principle? 322 00:45:15,462 --> 00:45:17,422 What principle? What? 323 00:45:17,798 --> 00:45:20,591 You want a watch? Go ahead. Pick one. 324 00:45:20,926 --> 00:45:24,595 -And keep your principles. -Look at you. 325 00:45:24,972 --> 00:45:27,807 Caught being a selfish brat and you're gloating. 326 00:45:28,100 --> 00:45:31,144 You're acting like an old woman. What do you want? 327 00:45:31,562 --> 00:45:33,271 Try apologising. 328 00:45:34,773 --> 00:45:36,899 Try feeling a little remorse. 329 00:45:37,276 --> 00:45:40,236 And if all else fails, try wiping that smirk off your face. 330 00:45:40,320 --> 00:45:42,905 Take your stinking watch and shut up. 331 00:45:43,991 --> 00:45:48,411 I don't need another boring sermon from some frustrated glorified tour guide. 332 00:45:57,796 --> 00:46:00,131 No wonder you are always alone. 333 00:46:00,340 --> 00:46:03,259 No one can stand your miserable company. 334 00:46:35,501 --> 00:46:38,044 Please, take them. 335 00:46:46,887 --> 00:46:49,347 It was wrong of me to hide them. 336 00:47:00,901 --> 00:47:02,527 -Keep this. -No. 337 00:47:07,574 --> 00:47:09,742 I didn't deserve it, either. 338 00:47:11,453 --> 00:47:12,787 Go ahead. 339 00:47:29,388 --> 00:47:32,265 He'll be three-and-a-half years old now. 340 00:47:36,228 --> 00:47:39,939 Pretty soon, she'll tell him I was lost in the Himalayas. 341 00:47:43,277 --> 00:47:44,777 Which is fine. 342 00:47:46,446 --> 00:47:47,613 Why? 343 00:47:51,118 --> 00:47:53,995 Better a dead father than a lousy father. 344 00:47:56,081 --> 00:47:57,915 Write him a letter. 345 00:47:59,459 --> 00:48:01,919 Let him know you're still alive. 346 00:48:10,804 --> 00:48:12,430 New York. 347 00:48:17,519 --> 00:48:18,811 Venice. 348 00:48:24,776 --> 00:48:27,653 -Paris. -Your Holiness, where are you? 349 00:48:28,196 --> 00:48:30,448 It is time for your lesson. 350 00:48:34,995 --> 00:48:37,496 Your Holiness, where are you? 351 00:48:38,332 --> 00:48:40,499 It is time for your lesson. 352 00:48:43,629 --> 00:48:45,338 Dear RoIf Harrer. 353 00:48:45,964 --> 00:48:49,508 I’m a person you don't know, a man you've never met. 354 00:48:51,136 --> 00:48:55,056 But you are someone who occupies my mind and my heart 355 00:48:55,891 --> 00:48:58,684 in this distant land where I have gone. 356 00:49:00,187 --> 00:49:04,190 If you can imagine a hidden place, tucked safely away from the world, 357 00:49:04,232 --> 00:49:07,693 concealed by walls of high, snow-capped mountains, 358 00:49:07,736 --> 00:49:11,656 a place rich with all the strange beauty of your night-time dreams, 359 00:49:13,033 --> 00:49:15,076 then you know where I am. 360 00:49:18,038 --> 00:49:20,665 In the country where I am travelling, Tibet, 361 00:49:20,707 --> 00:49:24,377 people believe if they walk long distances to holy places, 362 00:49:24,419 --> 00:49:27,380 it purifies the bad deeds they've committed. 363 00:49:27,547 --> 00:49:32,176 They believe the more difficult the journey, the greater the depth of purification. 364 00:49:35,722 --> 00:49:39,684 I’ve been walking from one faraway place to the next for many years. 365 00:49:40,686 --> 00:49:42,770 As long as you have lived. 366 00:49:44,022 --> 00:49:47,566 I have seen seasons change across the high plateaus. 367 00:49:47,609 --> 00:49:50,945 I have seen wild kiangs migrate south in winter 368 00:49:51,071 --> 00:49:54,573 and sweep back across the fields when spring appears. 369 00:49:55,867 --> 00:50:00,579 In this place, where time stands still, it seems that everything is moving, 370 00:50:01,123 --> 00:50:02,623 including me. 371 00:50:06,586 --> 00:50:11,424 I can't say I know where I’m going, nor whether my bad deeds can be purified. 372 00:50:13,135 --> 00:50:16,595 There are so many things I have done which I regret. 373 00:50:17,431 --> 00:50:21,434 But when I come to a full stop, I hope you will understand 374 00:50:21,560 --> 00:50:25,312 that the distance between us is not as great as it seems. 375 00:50:26,606 --> 00:50:29,400 With deep affection, your father, 376 00:50:30,152 --> 00:50:31,902 Heinrich Harrer. 377 00:50:32,904 --> 00:50:35,614 Get up. Peter. 378 00:50:44,332 --> 00:50:45,624 My God. 379 00:50:51,298 --> 00:50:53,132 I’ll give you these. 380 00:51:13,153 --> 00:51:15,529 Yellow head! 381 00:51:15,655 --> 00:51:18,657 -No! Wait! We have nothing! -Give me money! 382 00:51:18,700 --> 00:51:21,786 -We have no money! -Give me watch! 383 00:51:21,828 --> 00:51:25,331 -Give me clothes! -We have nothing for you! Nothing! 384 00:52:34,234 --> 00:52:36,360 Wait! 385 00:52:37,696 --> 00:52:40,739 Where are you headed? 386 00:52:42,075 --> 00:52:44,201 Holy city... Lhasa... 387 00:52:44,244 --> 00:52:45,870 I have permit. 388 00:52:46,913 --> 00:52:50,040 Impossible, foreigners not allowed in Lhasa. 389 00:52:50,625 --> 00:52:53,752 We have special permission for Lhasa. 390 00:52:58,550 --> 00:53:00,426 Lhasa, I have permit. 391 00:53:46,389 --> 00:53:50,643 It is unseemly for the spiritual leader of Tibet to spy on people. 392 00:53:55,774 --> 00:54:00,110 Only a month ago, we were certain of death at the hands of bandits. 393 00:54:00,278 --> 00:54:04,740 And today, we have reached the gates of the forbidden city of Lhasa. 394 00:54:05,825 --> 00:54:08,535 It is as difficult a goal as Mecca 395 00:54:08,620 --> 00:54:13,374 and precisely as attractive because it is closed to all foreigners. 396 00:54:14,834 --> 00:54:19,880 Even in our miserable condition, we feel the lure of Tibet's holiest city. 397 00:54:20,674 --> 00:54:22,675 Home of the Dalai Lama. 398 00:54:23,635 --> 00:54:27,054 Only a few foreigners had penetrated its mysteries. 399 00:55:32,954 --> 00:55:34,413 Oh, my God. 400 00:55:46,426 --> 00:55:47,885 Is it over? 401 00:55:48,345 --> 00:55:49,720 No, it is not over. 402 00:56:30,929 --> 00:56:34,098 You are invited to stay for lunch, if you like. 403 00:56:35,683 --> 00:56:37,768 We'd like that very much. 404 00:56:38,478 --> 00:56:41,480 I am Tsarong. Welcome to my home. 405 00:56:41,564 --> 00:56:43,524 I am Peter. 406 00:56:47,946 --> 00:56:51,281 Lord Chamberlain, may I request an audience 407 00:56:51,366 --> 00:56:54,368 with the Regent and ministers of the cabinet? 408 00:56:54,452 --> 00:56:57,704 It’s about two foreigners who came to Lhasa. 409 00:57:03,503 --> 00:57:05,587 With respect, Rinpoche, 410 00:57:06,506 --> 00:57:10,634 if your intention is to stop the Chinese from recruiting political allies, 411 00:57:10,927 --> 00:57:14,555 then demanding that they stop trying to bribe monks 412 00:57:15,849 --> 00:57:18,350 is not the most effective tactic. 413 00:57:19,769 --> 00:57:22,604 I asked the opinion of the ministers, 414 00:57:22,897 --> 00:57:25,190 not that of a mere secretary. 415 00:57:27,360 --> 00:57:28,735 Of course. 416 00:57:29,821 --> 00:57:31,155 Forgive me. 417 00:57:31,364 --> 00:57:35,909 You may leave now. Start translating the letter as written. 418 00:57:36,369 --> 00:57:37,786 Of course. 419 00:57:56,431 --> 00:58:00,184 Do you realise how many men could survive such an ordeal? 420 00:58:00,643 --> 00:58:02,686 We should respect them. 421 00:58:02,770 --> 00:58:06,940 If we return them to India, they'll surely go back to prison. 422 00:58:07,025 --> 00:58:10,819 But they have no purpose here, Kungo Tsarong. No place to live. 423 00:58:10,904 --> 00:58:14,072 I have invited them to stay at my guest quarters. 424 00:58:14,157 --> 00:58:18,535 Assuming you would grant them permission to remain in Lhasa, of course. 425 00:58:18,620 --> 00:58:21,205 Invited them to stay at your place? 426 00:58:21,956 --> 00:58:23,290 But why? 427 00:58:23,374 --> 00:58:26,335 Must one have reason to help those in need? 428 00:58:29,672 --> 00:58:30,964 Beast. 429 00:58:36,387 --> 00:58:38,514 I think she said you stink. 430 00:59:13,049 --> 00:59:15,926 You do not need to introduce yourselves. 431 00:59:16,052 --> 00:59:17,886 I know who you are. 432 00:59:18,805 --> 00:59:20,514 I am Pema Lhaki. 433 00:59:21,266 --> 00:59:25,394 Ngawang Jigme wishes to make a gift to you, so please take off your clothes. 434 00:59:28,648 --> 00:59:31,733 Come on, let's get started. I don't have all day. 435 00:59:32,193 --> 00:59:36,738 Well, this is most kind of Ngawang Jigme. 436 00:59:36,823 --> 00:59:39,283 Who is he to be so thoughtful? 437 00:59:39,367 --> 00:59:41,535 Secretary to the ministers of the government. 438 00:59:41,619 --> 00:59:44,705 He wished to make you a gift of new clothes. 439 00:59:44,789 --> 00:59:48,083 Please select your preferred article of clothing. 440 00:59:50,837 --> 00:59:53,422 -You're a seamstress? -I am a tailor, sir. 441 00:59:53,965 --> 00:59:57,217 The only tailor in Lhasa who has been to Calcutta 442 00:59:57,302 --> 01:00:00,137 and can reproduce these silly costumes. 443 01:00:01,222 --> 01:00:03,140 Okay, so 444 01:00:04,475 --> 01:00:07,728 -I pick? -Yes, choose whichever you like. 445 01:00:11,899 --> 01:00:14,526 -And you can make any of these? -Yes. 446 01:00:14,861 --> 01:00:17,195 -Very good. -Did you make this? 447 01:00:17,822 --> 01:00:18,989 Yes. 448 01:00:19,532 --> 01:00:21,700 -Beautiful. -Thank you. 449 01:00:21,784 --> 01:00:24,536 -Do you like this? -Whichever you like. 450 01:00:28,041 --> 01:00:30,709 I will have this handsome tweed jacket 451 01:00:30,793 --> 01:00:33,962 and this pair of sporting woollen trousers, please. 452 01:00:34,047 --> 01:00:36,715 -Okay, good choice. -Thanks. 453 01:00:36,966 --> 01:00:38,508 And you, sir? 454 01:00:42,597 --> 01:00:44,681 Perhaps you could choose for me. 455 01:00:44,766 --> 01:00:46,099 Thank you. 456 01:00:49,228 --> 01:00:52,981 Please, sir, take off your chupa. I would like to measure. 457 01:01:05,745 --> 01:01:07,579 Stand still, please. 458 01:01:11,709 --> 01:01:13,460 This way, please. 459 01:01:17,507 --> 01:01:19,675 -Please stand still. -Sorry. 460 01:01:29,268 --> 01:01:31,645 -No moving, please. -I’m sorry. 461 01:01:41,197 --> 01:01:43,657 That way, you will never fall. It’s perfect. 462 01:01:43,783 --> 01:01:47,285 Still, walking up mountains is a fool’s pleasure, Heinrich. 463 01:01:47,328 --> 01:01:49,329 Not so foolish, really. 464 01:01:54,460 --> 01:01:55,961 Look at this. 465 01:01:58,381 --> 01:01:59,798 Go ahead. 466 01:02:05,388 --> 01:02:08,515 That's after I climbed the Eiger North Face. 467 01:02:12,395 --> 01:02:15,814 That's Olympics. Gold medal. Not important. 468 01:02:17,567 --> 01:02:20,318 Then this is another great difference 469 01:02:20,361 --> 01:02:23,071 between our civilisation and yours. 470 01:02:23,364 --> 01:02:27,159 You admire the man who pushes his way to the top 471 01:02:27,243 --> 01:02:28,827 in any walk of life. 472 01:02:28,911 --> 01:02:32,205 While we admire the man who abandons his ego. 473 01:02:34,709 --> 01:02:38,754 The average Tibetan wouldn't think to thrust himself forward this way. 474 01:02:55,354 --> 01:02:56,772 Gentlemen. 475 01:02:57,523 --> 01:03:00,066 Mr. Aufschnaiter. Mr. Harrer. 476 01:03:00,443 --> 01:03:02,360 I’m sorry. Have we met? 477 01:03:02,403 --> 01:03:05,405 No, we have not. I am Ngawang Jigme. 478 01:03:09,702 --> 01:03:10,952 Yes, of course. 479 01:03:11,037 --> 01:03:12,621 Forgive us. 480 01:03:13,206 --> 01:03:15,707 Thank you for your generous gift. 481 01:03:16,375 --> 01:03:18,376 It’s wonderful. Thank you. 482 01:03:20,087 --> 01:03:24,800 You are most welcome. Auf Wiedersehen. I am sure we will meet again. 483 01:03:36,270 --> 01:03:38,897 Perhaps you could help us explain 484 01:03:40,149 --> 01:03:43,235 why the ministers demand 485 01:03:43,736 --> 01:03:47,239 that the Chinese government cease making 486 01:03:47,281 --> 01:03:50,075 generous financial contributions 487 01:03:50,159 --> 01:03:53,745 to Tibetan monasteries. 488 01:03:54,413 --> 01:03:57,916 Do our gifts displease your government? 489 01:03:58,918 --> 01:04:02,671 I cannot speak for the Regent nor the ministers, Excellence. 490 01:04:03,256 --> 01:04:05,298 I am only a mere secretary. 491 01:04:05,424 --> 01:04:07,425 Not for long, I presume. 492 01:04:08,594 --> 01:04:09,928 Sit down. 493 01:04:17,937 --> 01:04:21,606 A man of such obvious talent cannot be satisfied 494 01:04:21,649 --> 01:04:24,860 with just translating letters. 495 01:04:25,695 --> 01:04:27,779 Your diplomatic skill 496 01:04:28,948 --> 01:04:31,283 would be richly rewarded here. 497 01:04:34,954 --> 01:04:38,790 Serving my country faithfully is reward enough, Excellence. 498 01:04:41,878 --> 01:04:44,462 I ask permission to take my leave. 499 01:05:38,392 --> 01:05:40,435 -Hello, Heinrich. -Hello. 500 01:05:54,367 --> 01:05:57,827 It looks like we're both in need of a good tailor today. 501 01:05:57,870 --> 01:05:59,704 Yes, there's a... 502 01:06:00,706 --> 01:06:02,666 Please, take a seat. 503 01:06:46,752 --> 01:06:49,254 Do you like these? I’ll buy them for you. 504 01:06:49,380 --> 01:06:52,090 Thank you, but I don't eat much meat. 505 01:06:52,550 --> 01:06:55,635 -Don't eat meat? -He says they are knives from West. 506 01:06:55,761 --> 01:06:58,471 You put them on your feet to cut meat. 507 01:06:59,640 --> 01:07:01,224 No. 508 01:07:02,101 --> 01:07:03,768 -They are ice skates. -Yes. 509 01:07:03,894 --> 01:07:07,605 You put them on your feet to skate. 510 01:07:07,898 --> 01:07:11,109 To glide... Sort of, dance on ice. 511 01:07:11,235 --> 01:07:12,902 -Yeah. -Why? 512 01:07:13,779 --> 01:07:16,573 -Why not? -It’s another fool’s pleasure. 513 01:07:21,287 --> 01:07:23,621 Let's get them. How... 514 01:07:28,961 --> 01:07:30,795 No, for this? 515 01:07:31,839 --> 01:07:33,006 Ten. 516 01:07:35,593 --> 01:07:37,135 And for this? 517 01:07:37,803 --> 01:07:39,262 Did you see? 518 01:07:40,973 --> 01:07:42,766 Did you see that? 519 01:07:53,110 --> 01:07:55,987 -Did you hurt yourself? -No, thank you. I’m okay. 520 01:07:56,614 --> 01:07:58,156 Here we go. Up. 521 01:08:00,993 --> 01:08:02,827 -You okay? -Did you bang your head? 522 01:08:02,953 --> 01:08:04,788 No, I’m having fun. 523 01:08:05,498 --> 01:08:07,832 -You must hold on. -Watch me! 524 01:08:20,638 --> 01:08:22,847 -Do not look too much at the ground. -All right. 525 01:08:22,890 --> 01:08:24,891 -Look only into my eyes. -Yes, all right. 526 01:08:25,017 --> 01:08:27,143 -Okay? Into my eyes. -Yes. 527 01:08:42,368 --> 01:08:43,868 Can I help you? 528 01:08:44,495 --> 01:08:46,079 -Yes, please. -Here, take my hand. 529 01:08:53,712 --> 01:08:55,338 Are you happy? 530 01:08:55,381 --> 01:08:57,006 -Very happy. -Yeah? 531 01:09:21,282 --> 01:09:23,575 I try to picture you, Rolf 532 01:09:24,285 --> 01:09:26,286 and this is what I see: 533 01:09:27,121 --> 01:09:30,206 A young boy who is strong and bright. 534 01:09:31,625 --> 01:09:34,460 A boy filled with curiosity about life. 535 01:09:36,714 --> 01:09:40,049 A boy who isn't afraid to learn from his mistakes. 536 01:10:04,074 --> 01:10:05,950 Hello, married woman. 537 01:10:06,785 --> 01:10:08,620 Hello, bachelor man. 538 01:10:10,623 --> 01:10:12,457 -Heinrich. -Peter. 539 01:10:14,585 --> 01:10:16,294 Congratulations. 540 01:10:18,839 --> 01:10:20,798 Well, come in. 541 01:10:22,009 --> 01:10:25,011 The Japanese army is facing a growing challenge 542 01:10:25,137 --> 01:10:27,013 not from China's unified front 543 01:10:27,139 --> 01:10:29,682 but from the powerful Chinese Communist Army. 544 01:10:30,100 --> 01:10:33,144 Under the control of Mao Tse-tung... 545 01:10:35,606 --> 01:10:39,234 The rumour is that the Communists have taken over 546 01:10:39,401 --> 01:10:41,819 the whole of North and Central China. 547 01:10:41,946 --> 01:10:44,072 Rumour? It’s a fact, Peter. 548 01:10:44,156 --> 01:10:47,325 Ngawang keeps me up to date on all China's war news. 549 01:11:00,130 --> 01:11:03,675 So, how are things at Kungo Tsarong's? 550 01:11:03,801 --> 01:11:07,303 Frankly, I wouldn't know. I moved out five months ago. 551 01:11:07,346 --> 01:11:11,015 Really? It has been this long since we have seen you? 552 01:11:11,183 --> 01:11:14,352 -Apparently, it has. -And have you been busy? 553 01:11:15,521 --> 01:11:18,022 This is why I’m extremely busy 554 01:11:18,148 --> 01:11:21,859 since I’ve been hired to survey the entire city of Lhasa. 555 01:11:23,028 --> 01:11:27,657 Unfortunately, your place is too far out for me to include it on my map. 556 01:11:28,867 --> 01:11:30,785 We like our privacy. 557 01:11:34,039 --> 01:11:35,832 Yes, apparently so. 558 01:11:37,835 --> 01:11:41,004 What about women? Have you met anyone you like? 559 01:11:42,172 --> 01:11:43,381 Women. 560 01:11:43,882 --> 01:11:46,634 Since I failed miserably with an Austrian wife 561 01:11:46,719 --> 01:11:49,554 an exotic failure with a Tibetan wife seems misguided. 562 01:11:49,638 --> 01:11:52,223 But to answer your question, no, I haven't. 563 01:11:52,558 --> 01:11:53,725 You? 564 01:11:56,687 --> 01:11:59,981 A friend's good fortune is a blessing, Heinrich. 565 01:12:00,190 --> 01:12:02,317 I’m sorry you resent ours. 566 01:12:06,196 --> 01:12:08,573 You must be very lonely and sad. 567 01:12:25,007 --> 01:12:26,341 Heinrich! 568 01:12:30,679 --> 01:12:32,388 The war is over. 569 01:12:33,349 --> 01:12:34,599 Have the Communists won? 570 01:12:34,683 --> 01:12:37,769 Your war, my friend. Germany has surrendered. 571 01:12:44,902 --> 01:12:46,611 Where are you going? 572 01:12:46,779 --> 01:12:49,405 Back home. Austria. 573 01:13:11,095 --> 01:13:12,303 Letter. 574 01:13:17,226 --> 01:13:18,935 We miss you. 575 01:13:24,942 --> 01:13:26,567 I miss you, too. 576 01:13:40,499 --> 01:13:42,625 "Dear Mr. Heinrich Harrer, 577 01:13:43,252 --> 01:13:45,128 "You are not my father. 578 01:13:45,629 --> 01:13:48,005 "Please stop writing me letters. 579 01:13:49,508 --> 01:13:51,259 "Rolf Immendorf." 580 01:14:20,122 --> 01:14:22,123 Honourable Harry Harrer? 581 01:14:27,504 --> 01:14:29,839 -Yes? -A letter for you. 582 01:14:30,549 --> 01:14:34,385 The Honourable Heinrich Harrer doesn't want any more letters. 583 01:14:34,511 --> 01:14:38,389 It is from the Great Mother of His Holiness, the Dalai Lama. 584 01:15:08,086 --> 01:15:10,213 Thank you for coming, Mr. Harrer. 585 01:15:10,255 --> 01:15:13,216 Thank you for inviting me, Great Mother. 586 01:15:23,185 --> 01:15:26,687 Do you know the rules of protocol concerning my son? 587 01:15:28,565 --> 01:15:33,486 Not exactly... I know one bows and performs prostrations. 588 01:15:35,239 --> 01:15:37,698 When you are in the presence of His Holiness 589 01:15:37,783 --> 01:15:39,992 you must always be standing 590 01:15:40,077 --> 01:15:44,038 bent in obeisance, hands folded in supplication. 591 01:15:44,122 --> 01:15:48,125 If seated, you must always be seated lower than he. 592 01:15:48,210 --> 01:15:52,171 Never look him in the eye. Never speak before he does. 593 01:15:52,256 --> 01:15:55,341 Always refer to him as "Your Holiness." 594 01:15:55,425 --> 01:15:59,136 Never turn your back to him. And never, never touch him. 595 01:15:59,596 --> 01:16:02,890 He is the reincarnation of Avalokiteshvara, 596 01:16:02,975 --> 01:16:05,309 the Bodhisattva of Compassion. 597 01:16:06,228 --> 01:16:09,564 After his recognition, he was renamed 598 01:16:09,648 --> 01:16:13,985 Jetsun Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshi Tenzin Gyatso 599 01:16:14,987 --> 01:16:19,490 Holy Lord, Gentle Glory, Eloquent, Compassionate 600 01:16:19,575 --> 01:16:23,869 Learned Defender of the Faith, Ocean of Wisdom. 601 01:16:25,581 --> 01:16:29,667 His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, would like to meet you, Mr. Harrer. 602 01:16:32,671 --> 01:16:37,216 As his advisors have not permitted a private audience with you 603 01:16:37,301 --> 01:16:39,343 His Holiness has asked me 604 01:16:39,428 --> 01:16:42,930 to bring you along to my monthly audience. 605 01:16:51,648 --> 01:16:53,774 I’d be honoured and moved. 606 01:18:48,515 --> 01:18:49,724 Hello. 607 01:18:55,731 --> 01:18:57,189 Yellow head. 608 01:19:06,408 --> 01:19:09,326 You have hair on your arms, too? And legs? 609 01:19:19,171 --> 01:19:21,380 -How about you? -Mr. Harrer. 610 01:19:25,969 --> 01:19:28,888 It’s an honour to meet you, Your Holiness. 611 01:19:41,818 --> 01:19:43,611 Do you like movies? 612 01:19:45,572 --> 01:19:50,201 I haven't seen a movie in about eight years, but as I recall, yes, very much. 613 01:19:50,285 --> 01:19:51,619 So do I. 614 01:19:51,870 --> 01:19:53,162 I’m glad to hear that. 615 01:19:53,246 --> 01:19:55,915 I have a movie projector. And films. 616 01:19:56,541 --> 01:20:00,586 I want to build a movie house. Here, at the Potala. 617 01:20:00,712 --> 01:20:02,713 With seats and everything. 618 01:20:02,798 --> 01:20:05,299 -Seats would be advisable. -Can you build it? 619 01:20:08,512 --> 01:20:11,305 -Excuse me? -Can you build a movie house for me? 620 01:20:11,389 --> 01:20:14,850 My advisors cannot disapprove, and you will be well-paid. 621 01:20:14,935 --> 01:20:18,312 And you'll have to come here every day to build it, every single day. 622 01:20:18,396 --> 01:20:22,483 When you are here, you'll visit me. We can have conversations on many topics. 623 01:20:22,567 --> 01:20:25,236 I would like to learn about the world you come from. 624 01:20:25,320 --> 01:20:28,948 For example, where is Paris, France? And what's a Molotov cocktail? 625 01:20:29,032 --> 01:20:31,450 -And who is Jack the Ripper? -Kundun. 626 01:20:32,160 --> 01:20:34,411 You can tell me many things. 627 01:20:39,793 --> 01:20:42,795 I’m proud to be of service, Your Holiness. 628 01:21:06,027 --> 01:21:07,903 What is the problem? 629 01:21:09,406 --> 01:21:11,574 -What is the problem here? -Worms. 630 01:21:11,658 --> 01:21:14,535 Please, no more hurting worms. Please. 631 01:21:14,786 --> 01:21:15,953 Worms? 632 01:21:16,037 --> 01:21:20,833 In a past life, this innocent worm could have been your mother. 633 01:21:21,126 --> 01:21:23,168 Please, no more hurting. 634 01:21:23,461 --> 01:21:26,005 It’s impossible. Please, no more. 635 01:21:28,133 --> 01:21:29,300 But you see, 636 01:21:29,384 --> 01:21:33,804 Tibetans believe all living creatures were their mothers in a past life. 637 01:21:34,139 --> 01:21:37,766 So we must show them respect and repay their kindness. 638 01:21:38,518 --> 01:21:41,478 And never, never harm anything that lives. 639 01:21:42,397 --> 01:21:45,816 You can't ask a devout people to disregard a precious teaching. 640 01:21:45,901 --> 01:21:47,985 Yes, but Your Holiness, 641 01:21:50,405 --> 01:21:54,199 with due respect, we can't possibly... 642 01:21:56,369 --> 01:21:58,996 I’m sorry, but we can't possibly rescue all the worms, 643 01:21:59,080 --> 01:22:02,166 not if you want the theatre finished in this lifetime. 644 01:22:02,250 --> 01:22:05,294 You have a clever mind. Think of a solution. 645 01:22:05,503 --> 01:22:09,423 And in the meantime, you can explain to me what is an "elevator." 646 01:22:41,998 --> 01:22:45,042 Antarctica. That's down below. 647 01:22:48,380 --> 01:22:50,089 -Here. -Yes. 648 01:22:51,341 --> 01:22:52,716 Fantastic. 649 01:22:58,682 --> 01:22:59,932 England. 650 01:23:03,520 --> 01:23:05,646 Don't look at me for help. 651 01:23:08,149 --> 01:23:09,316 Here? 652 01:23:17,158 --> 01:23:18,242 Shift. 653 01:23:20,912 --> 01:23:22,705 I know him. Honk. 654 01:23:23,748 --> 01:23:24,873 Hello! 655 01:23:26,418 --> 01:23:27,584 Turn! 656 01:23:29,421 --> 01:23:30,629 Brake! 657 01:23:57,282 --> 01:23:58,615 Heinrich. 658 01:23:59,451 --> 01:24:00,659 Peter. 659 01:24:02,162 --> 01:24:06,957 The robe of a minister is so much finer than your old brown robe, isn't it? 660 01:24:08,126 --> 01:24:09,418 Please. 661 01:24:09,794 --> 01:24:11,462 Everyone, please. 662 01:24:12,130 --> 01:24:15,466 You must be very clever to get such a good promotion. 663 01:24:15,592 --> 01:24:18,594 I did not intend to be a secretary forever. 664 01:24:18,636 --> 01:24:20,262 Apparently so. 665 01:24:20,597 --> 01:24:23,140 Well, congratulations. 666 01:24:37,322 --> 01:24:39,156 Evil omen! 667 01:24:45,497 --> 01:24:47,456 From his headquarters in Peking, 668 01:24:47,957 --> 01:24:51,460 the Chairman, Mao Tse-tung, was triumphantly proclaimed leader 669 01:24:51,544 --> 01:24:54,338 of the new People's Republic of China. 670 01:24:56,424 --> 01:25:00,511 Chairman Mao vowed that the first task of the Communist regime 671 01:25:00,595 --> 01:25:03,347 is to reunite the Chinese motherland. 672 01:25:04,015 --> 01:25:06,809 He declared that the remote kingdom of Tibet 673 01:25:06,893 --> 01:25:09,895 is an integral part of the Chinese territory 674 01:25:09,979 --> 01:25:12,231 and mustjoin the great new republic. 675 01:25:12,315 --> 01:25:14,525 "And must join the great new republic." 676 01:25:14,609 --> 01:25:17,486 People's Republic of China is advised 677 01:25:18,404 --> 01:25:22,741 the government of Tibet recognises no foreign sovereign. 678 01:25:23,576 --> 01:25:25,869 We are an independent nation. 679 01:25:26,037 --> 01:25:29,957 All the Chinese officials will be expelled from the borders of Tibet. 680 01:25:30,542 --> 01:25:33,293 We wish you a happy return to your homeland. 681 01:25:33,378 --> 01:25:36,547 Have a safe and pleasant journey back to China. 682 01:25:36,631 --> 01:25:40,259 May you have a safe and pleasant journey back to China. 683 01:25:42,262 --> 01:25:45,264 We wish you a happy return to your homeland. 684 01:25:46,182 --> 01:25:50,102 -May you have happiness and prosperity. -Ngawang Jigme. 685 01:25:51,229 --> 01:25:52,646 Let me see. 686 01:25:54,190 --> 01:25:57,151 You have a very long lifeline. 687 01:25:57,610 --> 01:25:59,945 Unlike others here. 688 01:26:58,796 --> 01:27:01,798 When we are facing the light, it's day, yes? 689 01:27:02,091 --> 01:27:04,635 When we are in shadow, it's night. 690 01:27:04,719 --> 01:27:07,596 So if the sun is just rising in Lhasa 691 01:27:09,641 --> 01:27:12,059 that means it is just setting 692 01:27:12,393 --> 01:27:15,145 in New York City, perhaps. 693 01:27:15,980 --> 01:27:19,441 That's why it can't be the same time in every place. 694 01:27:19,901 --> 01:27:22,569 -Does that answer your question? -Yes. 695 01:27:52,433 --> 01:27:53,934 Tell me more. 696 01:27:56,688 --> 01:27:58,897 What else do you want to know? 697 01:28:00,275 --> 01:28:04,361 In a few moments, you will be entering the world of mass media. 698 01:28:04,529 --> 01:28:06,697 I can hear news from all over the planet? 699 01:28:06,781 --> 01:28:10,033 I don't know if they have live broadcasts from the Tonga Islands 700 01:28:10,118 --> 01:28:12,411 but generally speaking, yeah. 701 01:28:13,705 --> 01:28:16,373 Do you listen to news from your country? 702 01:28:16,416 --> 01:28:17,582 From Austria? 703 01:28:18,710 --> 01:28:22,045 No, not really. Give me some light, Kundun. 704 01:28:22,630 --> 01:28:24,589 Why? It’s your home. 705 01:28:25,383 --> 01:28:27,050 Not any more, it isn't. 706 01:28:27,093 --> 01:28:29,553 But don't you have friends and family there? 707 01:28:29,595 --> 01:28:31,722 A few friends, no family. 708 01:28:33,433 --> 01:28:36,143 Keep the light steady, Your Holiness. 709 01:28:38,062 --> 01:28:40,063 Why? Is everyone dead? 710 01:28:42,734 --> 01:28:46,945 Do you know there's another sentence construction aside from the question? 711 01:28:49,073 --> 01:28:51,491 I was married, but I’m divorced. 712 01:28:53,786 --> 01:28:55,454 What did you do? 713 01:29:03,755 --> 01:29:07,507 I didn't want a child, so I ran away to climb a mountain. 714 01:29:07,800 --> 01:29:10,093 You have a child, Heinrich? 715 01:29:12,305 --> 01:29:14,598 Although I’ve never seen him. 716 01:29:16,601 --> 01:29:17,976 All right. 717 01:29:19,437 --> 01:29:22,147 Let me show you how this thing works. 718 01:29:37,288 --> 01:29:40,123 -Give it all you've got. -Yes, Mr. Harrer. 719 01:30:21,916 --> 01:30:23,667 Happy Christmas. 720 01:30:23,876 --> 01:30:25,252 Thank you. 721 01:30:27,505 --> 01:30:29,172 Happy Christmas. 722 01:30:30,758 --> 01:30:32,217 Thank you. 723 01:30:37,515 --> 01:30:39,141 What is this special occasion? 724 01:30:39,183 --> 01:30:42,519 This is Christmas. And this is for you, my friend. 725 01:30:43,521 --> 01:30:44,729 Go on. 726 01:31:33,112 --> 01:31:35,739 "I found it in a shop in the Barkhor. 727 01:31:35,907 --> 01:31:39,576 "It has travelled a long way and finally come back home. 728 01:31:39,702 --> 01:31:42,579 "Thank you for your friendship. Heinrich." 729 01:32:07,939 --> 01:32:09,940 It is incredible. 730 01:32:11,943 --> 01:32:13,944 Thank you for saving my life. 731 01:32:24,121 --> 01:32:26,998 ...must be liberated from religious oppressors. 732 01:32:27,124 --> 01:32:29,459 Tibetans must be reunited 733 01:32:29,502 --> 01:32:31,670 -with their brothers and sisters -Turn that off. 734 01:32:31,796 --> 01:32:33,964 -of the great family of new China. -I’m very sorry. 735 01:32:34,006 --> 01:32:37,259 Foreigners control Tibet's corrupt government. 736 01:32:37,301 --> 01:32:42,305 Our Tibetan comrades must be liberated from foreign imperialists. 737 01:32:42,473 --> 01:32:45,016 Tibet's million serfs must be freed. 738 01:32:45,142 --> 01:32:48,103 How many foreigners are there in Tibet? 739 01:32:48,145 --> 01:32:50,313 You, Heinrich... 740 01:32:50,439 --> 01:32:52,440 Tibet will be liberated. 741 01:33:55,880 --> 01:33:58,214 He asked for you, Mr. Harrer. 742 01:34:09,060 --> 01:34:10,143 Kundun? 743 01:34:12,980 --> 01:34:17,359 They were destroying the village I was born in, Takster in Amdo. 744 01:34:18,194 --> 01:34:19,569 It was terrible. 745 01:34:20,905 --> 01:34:23,907 It was just a dream. You had a bad dream. That's all. 746 01:34:24,033 --> 01:34:27,535 But it was so real. Where did it come from? 747 01:34:29,538 --> 01:34:33,208 My mind could never imagine such terrible things. 748 01:35:16,460 --> 01:35:20,130 I can't sleep. I’m afraid the dream will come back. 749 01:35:23,968 --> 01:35:26,052 A couple of insomniacs. 750 01:35:29,765 --> 01:35:31,558 Tell me a story, Heinrich. 751 01:35:34,103 --> 01:35:36,730 Tell me a story about climbing mountains. 752 01:35:36,814 --> 01:35:38,648 That's one way to fall asleep. 753 01:35:39,984 --> 01:35:41,735 Those stories bore even me. 754 01:35:41,819 --> 01:35:44,237 Then tell me what you love about it. 755 01:35:44,321 --> 01:35:45,655 What... 756 01:35:48,743 --> 01:35:52,287 The absolute simplicity. That's what I love. 757 01:35:53,831 --> 01:35:56,833 When you're climbing, your mind is clear 758 01:35:57,418 --> 01:36:01,087 freed of all confusions. You have focus. 759 01:36:03,174 --> 01:36:06,760 And suddenly the light becomes sharper, 760 01:36:06,844 --> 01:36:08,678 sounds are richer 761 01:36:09,513 --> 01:36:11,639 and you are filled with 762 01:36:12,183 --> 01:36:14,851 the deep, powerful presence of life. 763 01:36:21,192 --> 01:36:24,027 I’ve only felt that way one other time. 764 01:36:25,154 --> 01:36:26,362 When? 765 01:36:31,494 --> 01:36:33,536 In your presence, Kundun. 766 01:36:36,123 --> 01:36:39,959 The Chinese have already secured much of the northern border regions. 767 01:36:40,044 --> 01:36:43,171 They have ransacked a village, destroyed the monasteries, 768 01:36:43,214 --> 01:36:46,049 burnt scriptures and defaced holy relics. 769 01:36:46,133 --> 01:36:48,343 We've been told they've even killed some monks... 770 01:36:48,385 --> 01:36:51,221 -Which village? -Takster in Amdo. 771 01:36:51,639 --> 01:36:54,182 It’s where His Holiness was born. 772 01:37:05,653 --> 01:37:06,986 Go ahead. 773 01:37:09,490 --> 01:37:12,408 When you were defence minister to the previous Dalai Lama 774 01:37:12,535 --> 01:37:14,911 then you wanted to reorganise the army. 775 01:37:15,037 --> 01:37:16,830 Can you do it now? 776 01:37:17,039 --> 01:37:21,000 The People's Liberation Army is one million troops strong. 777 01:37:21,669 --> 01:37:25,171 We have 8,000 men with 50 pieces of artillery 778 01:37:25,256 --> 01:37:27,924 and a few hundred mortars and machine guns. 779 01:37:28,092 --> 01:37:29,509 The task is hopeless. 780 01:37:29,593 --> 01:37:32,345 Then you refuse the appointment, do you? 781 01:37:34,849 --> 01:37:37,433 No. I accept it with honour. 782 01:37:38,561 --> 01:37:43,106 You two gentlemen know about wars. What type of weapon do you recommend? 783 01:37:57,413 --> 01:38:00,874 It seems the Chinese troops are advancing toward our northern borders. 784 01:38:00,958 --> 01:38:02,876 Where's His Holiness? 785 01:38:02,960 --> 01:38:04,878 The glory of a British coronation. 786 01:38:04,962 --> 01:38:07,881 Nowhere in the world is there anything half so wonderful. 787 01:38:07,965 --> 01:38:11,551 Only once or twice in the life of each one of us comes such a day as this 788 01:38:11,635 --> 01:38:14,137 when we know that we are watching history in the making, 789 01:38:14,263 --> 01:38:17,932 when we know that generations to come will look back on this day. 790 01:38:17,975 --> 01:38:20,977 For May 12, 1937, will be one of the dates in history 791 01:38:21,103 --> 01:38:24,981 that the schoolchildren will learn about, maybe a thousand years from now. 792 01:38:25,065 --> 01:38:26,816 Every moment the thrill of excitement... 793 01:38:26,942 --> 01:38:31,154 Do you think someday people will look at Tibet on the movie screen 794 01:38:31,238 --> 01:38:33,156 and wonder what happened to us? 795 01:38:33,282 --> 01:38:34,949 The coronation coach moves forward. 796 01:38:34,992 --> 01:38:36,576 I don't know. 797 01:38:38,078 --> 01:38:40,288 Don't you have all the answers, Heinrich? 798 01:38:40,789 --> 01:38:41,831 No. 799 01:38:43,751 --> 01:38:45,084 I don't. 800 01:38:53,177 --> 01:38:56,971 On the same field where Tibetans traditionally gathered for picnics 801 01:38:57,014 --> 01:38:58,932 ground was cleared to build an airstrip 802 01:38:59,016 --> 01:39:02,769 so that the plane carrying three Chinese generals could land. 803 01:39:03,103 --> 01:39:06,356 Nearby, the Tibetan army practised its manoeuvres. 804 01:39:06,523 --> 01:39:09,150 Some of the soldiers wear ancient mesh armour. 805 01:39:09,193 --> 01:39:12,445 They bring old muskets and spears as artillery. 806 01:39:12,529 --> 01:39:17,492 The spectacle of a peace-loving nation, vainly attempting to create a military. 807 01:39:18,118 --> 01:39:20,495 The fears of war on my friends' faces 808 01:39:20,537 --> 01:39:21,621 Stand at ease! 809 01:39:21,705 --> 01:39:24,624 ...strike a deeply-buried personal chord. 810 01:39:26,043 --> 01:39:28,378 Echoes of the aggressions of my own country, 811 01:39:28,504 --> 01:39:31,297 the will to overpower weaker peoples 812 01:39:31,840 --> 01:39:33,967 bring shame to me. 813 01:39:34,885 --> 01:39:39,263 I shudder to recall how once, long ago, I embraced the same beliefs, 814 01:39:39,556 --> 01:39:41,599 how at one time I was, in fact, 815 01:39:41,684 --> 01:39:45,353 no different from these intolerant Chinese. 816 01:39:47,690 --> 01:39:50,233 The Tibetans say an enemy is the greatest teacher 817 01:39:50,317 --> 01:39:54,195 because only an enemy can help develop patience and compassion. 818 01:39:54,279 --> 01:39:57,615 They believe with rock-like faith that the power of their religion 819 01:39:57,700 --> 01:40:00,576 will protect them against these Chinese. 820 01:40:01,328 --> 01:40:03,830 In preparation for the generals' visit, 821 01:40:03,914 --> 01:40:06,874 sacred ceremonies are performed throughout Lhasa. 822 01:40:06,959 --> 01:40:11,129 Sculptures of deities have been carved with great care in butter. 823 01:40:11,964 --> 01:40:16,801 As the sun melts them, they become a reminder that nothing lasts. 824 01:40:30,441 --> 01:40:34,068 The rising star of the cabinet, Minister Ngawang Jigme 825 01:40:34,153 --> 01:40:36,946 made an offering of his own to greet the Chinese generals 826 01:40:37,031 --> 01:40:39,282 and lead them through Lhasa. 827 01:40:42,077 --> 01:40:44,954 Raising their flag is an honour the Chinese don't deserve. 828 01:40:45,039 --> 01:40:48,583 When you are not strong enough to fight, you should embrace your enemy. 829 01:40:48,667 --> 01:40:51,794 With both arms around you, he cannot point a gun at you. 830 01:40:51,879 --> 01:40:55,548 Nothing in politics is a matter of honour, my friend. 831 01:42:00,864 --> 01:42:05,034 History repeats itself, even in paradise. 832 01:42:06,787 --> 01:42:09,122 General, we shall have our audience with His... 833 01:42:35,816 --> 01:42:40,319 General, the monks have been making this mandala of sand for many days. 834 01:42:41,280 --> 01:42:43,990 It is a symbol of enlightenment and peace. 835 01:42:44,074 --> 01:42:45,366 General! 836 01:42:57,754 --> 01:43:00,298 We do not sit lower than he does. 837 01:43:01,466 --> 01:43:03,843 But, General, it is our custom. 838 01:43:04,261 --> 01:43:06,137 I can sit down there. 839 01:43:23,197 --> 01:43:26,199 Your Holiness, this is General Chang Jing Wu, 840 01:43:26,283 --> 01:43:29,118 General Than Gua Ha, General Than Gua San. 841 01:43:29,203 --> 01:43:31,996 They wish to have an audience with you. 842 01:43:33,624 --> 01:43:36,417 May you have happiness and prosperity. 843 01:43:38,462 --> 01:43:43,007 They are promising regional autonomy and religious freedom 844 01:43:43,133 --> 01:43:46,886 if Tibet accepts that China be its political master. 845 01:43:50,599 --> 01:43:55,561 Until I attain my majority, the Regent is the political leader of Tibet. 846 01:43:56,188 --> 01:43:58,522 You should have requested an audience with him 847 01:43:58,607 --> 01:44:01,692 to discuss these important matters of the world. 848 01:44:02,527 --> 01:44:05,863 My experience of such things is limited. 849 01:44:07,532 --> 01:44:09,825 I am a simple Buddhist monk. 850 01:44:10,160 --> 01:44:14,622 All I know is the scripture and the words of Lord Buddha. 851 01:44:15,249 --> 01:44:19,710 He said, "All beings tremble before danger and death. 852 01:44:20,337 --> 01:44:22,046 "Life is dear to all. 853 01:44:22,130 --> 01:44:26,801 "When a man considers this, he does not kill or cause to kill." 854 01:44:27,135 --> 01:44:28,719 You must understand. 855 01:44:28,804 --> 01:44:32,974 These words are ingrained in the heart of every Tibetan. 856 01:44:33,642 --> 01:44:36,477 It is why we are a peaceful people 857 01:44:36,561 --> 01:44:38,980 who reject violence on principle. 858 01:44:41,233 --> 01:44:44,777 I pray you will see this is our greatest strength, 859 01:44:45,112 --> 01:44:46,821 not our weakness. 860 01:44:48,532 --> 01:44:50,700 I thank you for your visit. 861 01:44:54,288 --> 01:44:56,914 An offering to the enlightened ones. 862 01:45:11,888 --> 01:45:13,681 Religion is poison. 863 01:46:22,542 --> 01:46:25,628 The Chinese have attacked the Tibetan frontier near Dengo. 864 01:46:25,712 --> 01:46:26,796 No! 865 01:46:38,558 --> 01:46:42,645 "Today at the dawn, 84,000 troops of the 1 st and 2nd Field Armies 866 01:46:42,729 --> 01:46:46,357 "under the overall command of General Chang Jing Wu 867 01:46:47,192 --> 01:46:50,194 "attacked the Tibetan frontier near Dengo. 868 01:46:50,862 --> 01:46:54,824 "The Tibetan army believes an attack on Chamdo is imminent. 869 01:46:54,908 --> 01:46:57,493 "Ngawang Jigme, our newly appointed governor 870 01:46:57,536 --> 01:47:00,246 "is preparing to send troops toward the Chinese column 871 01:47:00,330 --> 01:47:02,373 "in order to stop their progression." 872 01:47:04,376 --> 01:47:08,087 As you know, Ngawang Jigme, Chamdo is the gateway to Tibet. 873 01:47:08,171 --> 01:47:11,006 If Chamdo falls, the whole of Tibet will fall. 874 01:47:11,091 --> 01:47:14,343 If I did not know that, I would not have been appointed governor. 875 01:47:14,386 --> 01:47:19,432 You do realise, our troops are committed to fighting the Chinese to the last man? 876 01:47:20,016 --> 01:47:22,184 They would rather die than surrender. 877 01:47:23,937 --> 01:47:28,023 Rest assured, there will be no surrender as long as I am in Chamdo. 878 01:50:51,645 --> 01:50:53,228 Radio Lhasa. 879 01:50:54,898 --> 01:50:56,231 Now. 880 01:50:57,275 --> 01:51:00,110 We request permission to surrender. 881 01:51:00,236 --> 01:51:02,946 -But there will be no surrender... -I said, "Radio Lhasa." 882 01:51:03,073 --> 01:51:05,616 Permission to surrender now. 883 01:51:52,455 --> 01:51:55,833 We lost the war in I 1 days, Heinrich. 884 01:51:55,959 --> 01:51:58,711 This surrender is our death sentence. 885 01:52:00,213 --> 01:52:04,967 And I'm afraid our friend Ngawang Jigme has issued it. 886 01:52:05,844 --> 01:52:10,973 He abandoned Chamdo and then destroyed the ammunition dumps. 887 01:52:12,308 --> 01:52:15,644 Without weapons and ammunition 888 01:52:15,812 --> 01:52:18,856 there was no hope for the troops who wanted to fight. 889 01:52:20,066 --> 01:52:23,652 Our guerrillas could have held the mountain passes for months, 890 01:52:24,195 --> 01:52:25,654 even years. 891 01:52:26,156 --> 01:52:30,659 It would have bought us time to make appeals for help to other nations. 892 01:52:31,327 --> 01:52:33,036 Now it's lost. 893 01:52:33,663 --> 01:52:35,748 They broke down the gates. 894 01:53:24,255 --> 01:53:26,381 Hello, my friend. 895 01:53:33,139 --> 01:53:35,891 We did what was the best for our country, 896 01:53:36,267 --> 01:53:37,726 for Tibet. 897 01:53:39,562 --> 01:53:43,649 On the way to Lhasa, I would see Tibetans wearing these jackets. 898 01:53:43,900 --> 01:53:46,068 "Chinese soldiers. Very nice. 899 01:53:46,110 --> 01:53:49,905 "Give food, clothes, money. Very nice." 900 01:53:51,074 --> 01:53:54,409 It’s strange to me that something so harmless as a jacket 901 01:53:54,494 --> 01:53:57,579 could symbolise such a great lie. 902 01:54:02,961 --> 01:54:06,797 After all these years, you still do not understand Tibetan ways. 903 01:54:06,923 --> 01:54:10,634 To return a gift is unforgivable. 904 01:54:13,596 --> 01:54:17,307 A man who betrays his culture should not preach about its customs. 905 01:54:23,857 --> 01:54:26,608 There was a time I would have wished you dead 906 01:54:26,651 --> 01:54:28,861 but your shame will be your torture. 907 01:54:28,945 --> 01:54:31,530 And your torture will be your life. 908 01:54:32,490 --> 01:54:34,533 I wish it to be long. 909 01:54:46,713 --> 01:54:49,464 We pray that His Holiness, the Dalai Lama 910 01:54:49,507 --> 01:54:52,843 will be granted the power to unify his people. 911 01:54:53,386 --> 01:54:58,140 We humbly ask the Tibetan government to honour our request 912 01:54:58,474 --> 01:55:02,185 and let the Dalai Lama attain his political majority. 913 01:55:18,202 --> 01:55:20,913 GIVE THE DALAI LAMA THE POWER 914 01:55:57,283 --> 01:56:00,077 You have the entire palace in a panic. 915 01:56:02,205 --> 01:56:04,873 I’m hiding from the world for a day. 916 01:56:08,211 --> 01:56:11,046 Kind of difficult in a glass house, no? 917 01:56:16,594 --> 01:56:20,097 It’s the Moonlight by Debussy. 918 01:56:23,601 --> 01:56:24,893 What else? 919 01:56:25,436 --> 01:56:27,562 What else do you know about this song? 920 01:56:29,232 --> 01:56:30,482 Kundun. 921 01:58:05,536 --> 01:58:07,829 Him, him, and him. 922 01:58:20,760 --> 01:58:24,638 I hope you've received your invitation to the enthronement ceremony. 923 01:58:24,722 --> 01:58:25,847 Yes. Thank you. 924 01:58:25,932 --> 01:58:28,141 -It’s next week. -Thank you. 925 01:58:42,365 --> 01:58:44,741 Do I look like an egghead? 926 01:58:45,576 --> 01:58:47,369 No, they suit you. 927 01:58:50,081 --> 01:58:52,415 We have a saying in Tibet, 928 01:58:52,500 --> 01:58:56,795 "If the problem can be solved, there is no use worrying about it. 929 01:58:57,004 --> 01:59:00,298 "If it can't be solved, worrying will do no good." 930 01:59:01,509 --> 01:59:03,510 So stop worrying, Heinrich. 931 01:59:04,178 --> 01:59:05,595 You have to leave. 932 01:59:06,305 --> 01:59:09,724 You have to leave Tibet, Kundun. Your life's at great risk. 933 01:59:10,476 --> 01:59:14,729 Forgive my presumption, but I made arrangements to get you out. Safely. 934 01:59:14,897 --> 01:59:17,315 We should leave directly after the enthronement. 935 01:59:17,400 --> 01:59:18,900 The Chinese would never expect it... 936 01:59:18,985 --> 01:59:21,653 How can I help people if I run away from them? 937 01:59:22,530 --> 01:59:24,906 What kind of leader would I be? 938 01:59:25,867 --> 01:59:27,868 I have to stay here, Heinrich. 939 01:59:28,411 --> 01:59:30,954 Serving others is my path to liberation. 940 01:59:41,674 --> 01:59:44,342 -Then I don't go either. -Why not? 941 01:59:45,344 --> 01:59:48,096 Because you are my path to liberation. 942 01:59:50,099 --> 01:59:54,352 The Buddha said, "Salvation does not come from the sight of me. 943 01:59:55,354 --> 01:59:58,523 "It demands strenuous effort and practise." 944 01:59:59,025 --> 02:00:03,111 So work hard and seek your own salvation diligently. 945 02:00:06,407 --> 02:00:08,283 I am not your son 946 02:00:10,203 --> 02:00:13,079 and I never thought of you as my father. 947 02:00:14,248 --> 02:00:17,250 You were much too informal with me for that. 948 02:00:28,471 --> 02:00:30,722 Do you ever think about him? 949 02:00:45,071 --> 02:00:47,155 And what do you think about? 950 02:00:58,542 --> 02:01:01,419 It’s not the conscious thought, really, Kundun. 951 02:01:02,630 --> 02:01:04,673 It’s just always there. 952 02:01:13,516 --> 02:01:16,226 When I crossed Tibet, he was with me. 953 02:01:16,852 --> 02:01:19,104 When I came to Lhasa, he was with me. 954 02:01:19,188 --> 02:01:21,231 When I sit beside you, 955 02:01:23,401 --> 02:01:25,235 he's there with me. 956 02:01:29,824 --> 02:01:33,952 I can't even imagine how I pictured the world without him in it. 957 02:01:36,998 --> 02:01:40,166 Then you should go home and be his father. 958 02:01:47,049 --> 02:01:48,300 I know. 959 02:01:50,970 --> 02:01:53,555 You have finished your job with me. 960 02:01:56,642 --> 02:01:58,893 But you have to stay for my enthronement. 961 02:01:58,978 --> 02:02:02,147 I want you to see me in all my pomp and glory. 962 02:02:05,401 --> 02:02:07,736 It’d be a pleasure, my friend. 963 02:03:26,357 --> 02:03:28,441 From the government of Tibet, 964 02:03:28,526 --> 02:03:31,361 to Your Holiness, the fourteenth Dalai Lama, 965 02:03:31,445 --> 02:03:33,279 we ask you to rule your people, 966 02:03:33,364 --> 02:03:37,617 as the spiritual and temporal leader of Tibet. 967 02:03:43,666 --> 02:03:47,919 By your prayers and wishes, I humbly accept. 968 02:04:43,642 --> 02:04:46,561 Butter tea. It was never my cup of tea. 969 02:04:49,899 --> 02:04:53,735 -One was enough. -Yes, we must follow the custom. 970 02:04:54,361 --> 02:04:58,114 A fresh cup of tea is poured for the loved one departing. 971 02:05:03,746 --> 02:05:07,582 It sits untouched, waiting for his return. 972 02:06:09,228 --> 02:06:13,106 May all travellers find happiness wherever they go. 973 02:06:13,440 --> 02:06:18,069 Without any effort, may they accomplish whatever they set out to do. 974 02:06:18,779 --> 02:06:21,739 And having safely returned to the shore, 975 02:06:22,116 --> 02:06:26,202 may they be joyfully reunited with their relatives. 976 02:06:38,257 --> 02:06:39,882 Mr. Harrer 977 02:06:44,179 --> 02:06:45,888 from His Holiness. 978 02:08:16,188 --> 02:08:17,438 Hello. 979 02:08:18,273 --> 02:08:20,650 -Hello, Horst. -Hello, Heinrich. 980 02:08:20,859 --> 02:08:24,320 Rolf, come out and meet him. 981 02:08:25,072 --> 02:08:26,864 No, I don't want to. 982 02:08:29,284 --> 02:08:30,535 May I? 983 02:10:10,385 --> 02:10:13,304 Rolf, take your time. 984 02:10:30,239 --> 02:10:31,823 Well done, Son. 985 02:10:33,242 --> 02:10:34,617 Well done.