The Giant Buddhas (2005): cast, story & where to watch
2005 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 2005, The Giant Buddhas is a documentary film directed by Christian Frei, running about 95 minutes.
What it’s about. Christian Frei's documentary traces the tragic tale of the giant Buddhas of Afghanistan's Bamiyan Valley, which stood as monumental landmarks for 1,500 years until 2001, when the Taliban declared that all non-Islamic statues in the country be destroyed. Despite international protest, the statues were blown up. Through interwoven narratives from past and present, Frei's film sheds light on the disturbing consequences of religious fanaticism.
Who’s in it. The Giant Buddhas stars Taysir Alony, Sayeed Mirza Hussain, Peter Mettler and Nelofer Pazira, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, The Giant Buddhas has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Giant Buddhas page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Giant Buddhas tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Giant Buddhas (2005)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Giant Buddhas change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Giant Buddhas worth watching?
- The Giant Buddhas holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Giant Buddhas?
- The Giant Buddhas stars Taysir Alony, Sayeed Mirza Hussain, Peter Mettler, Nelofer Pazira and Zémaryalaï Tarzi.
- When was The Giant Buddhas released?
- The Giant Buddhas was released in 2005, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.