Buddhismus in Ceylon
1963, German. Directed by Paul Zils.
Directed by Paul Zils and co-written with Regi Siriwardena, Buddhismus in Ceylon is a documentary exploring the practice of Buddhism in Sri Lanka. The film traces the religion’s arrival from India over 2000 years ago, emphasizing its purest form as practiced in Ceylon. It highlights key rituals such as the Festival of Lights, the veneration of the Bodhi tree, and the Buddhist monastic journey. The documentary also contrasts the discipline of Buddhist teachings with the occasional resort to amulets and Hindu deities, offering a comprehensive view of Sri Lanka’s Buddhist culture and its path toward nirvana.
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- 0h 20m
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- German
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- 1 January 1963
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- Paul Zils, Reggie Siriwardena
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Buddhismus in Ceylon runs 20 minutes (0h 20m).
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Buddhismus in Ceylon isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 January 1963. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
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Who directed Buddhismus in Ceylon?
Buddhismus in Ceylon (1963) was directed by Paul Zils.