This is a memorable documentary, that leaves me questioning what our governments commitment to human rights really means.
"Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion" chronicles Tibet in the 20th century, its takeover by China, and the increasing lack of interest from the U.S. to address a brutal dictatorship because it makes us money.
Yes, this movie has a viewpoint, and it is sympathetic to the Dalai Lama and a degree of independence for Tibet. And for me, the words of GW ring even more hollow when he says he wants to bring freedom and democracy to the world...as long as it doesn't hurt profits of multi-nationals, he should add.
The Tibetan people are in the news again recently, with protests against Chinese rule of their land. It is a perfect time to see this movie, and realize what the Tibetans are up against, what atrocities are being committed against them, and maybe realize the role that you and I play in keeping the Tibetans as impoverished serfs to the Chinese.
See this movie. I received an education, and I hope you do too.
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