# Wheel of Time (2003)

> Werner Herzog observes an immense Buddhist ritual in Bodh Gaya, finding cinematic wonder in collective devotion, sacred spectacle, and the mystery of belief.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/34704

## Facts

- Runtime: 83 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Werner Herzog
- Cast: Werner Herzog, Tenzin Gyatso, Lama Lhundup Woeser, Takna Jigme Sangpo, Matthieu Ricard, Tenzin Dhargye, Ven. Geshe, Manfred Klell
- TMDB rating: 6.4/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0331080/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: none
- Mood: meditative, austere, mysterious, quiet reflection, spiritual exploration

## Synopsis

Experience the profound beauty and spirituality of one of Buddhism's most significant rituals.

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