My Reincarnation
Long Shot Factory | Release Date: October 28, 2011 CRITIC SCORE DISTRIBUTION
63
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Generally favorable reviews based on 7 Critic Reviews
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5
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2
Negative:
0
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Los Angeles TimesMindy FarabeeOct 29, 2011
Languid and contemplative, the film is typical of the intimate, paired-down aspect of Fox's style, a documentary in which lives accumulate in small moments. Read full review
75
Portland OregonianMarc MohanDec 8, 2011
It offers a rare look at the everyday life of a spiritual leader, so that even if Yeshi's dilemma never seems that urgent or vital, My Reincarnation remains a compelling, universal film. Read full review
75
Slant MagazineChuck BowenOct 26, 2011
My Reincarnation has an effective bifurcated structure that testifies to the level of trust Jennifer Fox clearly established with her subjects. Read full review
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The New York TimesDaniel M. GoldOct 27, 2011
Especially in the early footage, Chogyal Namkhai Norbu is an engaging, charismatic figure; by the end, Yeshi is finding his own footing, able to relate to a young, wired-in audience. My Reincarnation makes a pretty strong case: when the family business is enlightenment, listen to your dad. Read full review
63
Boston GlobeTom RussoJan 12, 2012
The story and settings hold interest throughout, but at times the very lack of emotional connection that Yeshi laments in his father seems to hinder the film. Read full review
60
Time OutMatt SingerOct 26, 2011
It's fascinating to watch Yeshi grow from a skeptical teenager into a spiritual leader - a transformation that still doesn't bring him any closer to his father. The film could use one scene of the two men acknowledging their differences, but even without that, My Reincarnation won't test your patience. Read full review
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Village VoiceMichael AtkinsonOct 26, 2011
Fox's briskness leaves certain questions gaping open. As in, how cynical and derisive is she deliberately being of Rinpoche's teachings, since all we get are trite homilies and vague advice? Read full review
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