Two well made films from India on the life of the Buddha and the spread of the religion in its various forms, and its re-entry into India in recent times.
Sketch of an Excellent Man, Pa Auk Sayadaw
A look at the life and the teachings of the Pa Auk Sayadaw and its implementation in various monasteries around the world.
Koh Ker, the Lost City of Khmer Empire
A short documentary on the one time capital of Angkor, Koh Ker, which flourished during the 10th century (Khmer with English subtitles).
The Saltmen of Tibet
A film following the lives of nomads as they gather salt from a lake in Tibet (Tibetan with English subtitles).
China from Above: The Living Past
The Tibet Within
A film about the suppression of the Tibetan peoples and culture in China, and the attempt to maintain it in the diaspora.
Cambodia, the Water Kingdom
A look at the flora and fauna in Cambodia which is dominated by the flow of the Mekong River and the monsoon rains.
Thai Animated Life of Buddha
Tathagata Buddha
A very good Bollywood-style film on the life of the Buddha (Hindi, with English subtitles)
