Milarepa (1974): cast, story & where to watch
1974 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1974, Milarepa is a drama film directed by Liliana Cavani, running about 108 minutes.
What it’s about. A story inspired by a classic text of Tibetan literature, Milarepa moves back and forth in time between the story of the title character, a mystic of the eleventh century and a young westerner whose travails are not very different, both being torn between the search for knowledge and a quest for power.
Who’s in it. Milarepa stars Lajos Balázsovits as Milarepa, Paolo Bonacelli as Prof. Bennet, Marisa Fabbri as Milarepa's mother and Marcella Michelangeli as Karin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Milarepa has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Milarepa page.
If you liked it. Fans of Milarepa tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Milarepa (1974)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Milarepa change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Milarepa worth watching?
- Milarepa holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Milarepa?
- Milarepa stars Lajos Balázsovits, Paolo Bonacelli, Marisa Fabbri, Marcella Michelangeli and George Wang.
- When was Milarepa released?
- Milarepa was released in 1974, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.