Tibet Film Days 2026 | Premiere at Pathé Tuschinski Amsterdam
This year, we are screening a special homegrown film: My Religion Is Kindness: The Dalai Lama in the Netherlands.
On Sunday, September 13, Tibet Film Days 2026 opens with a special film screening at the iconic Pathé Tuschinski in Amsterdam. The opening night is organized by ICT Europe in collaboration with the Buddhist Film Festival Europe (BFFE). Screenings will also take place in The Hague, Groningen, Utrecht, and Nijmegen.
At the heart of the event is the impressive documentary My Religion is Kindness: Dalai Lama—a special 94-minute feature version with English subtitles, directed by Babeth Mondini VanLoo. The film chronicles more than fifty years of visits to the Netherlands by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Through unique archival footage, personal encounters, and remarkable stories, the documentary reveals how his message of compassion, inner peace, and universal responsibility has touched generations of people.
Actor and ICT Chairman Richard Gere also shares his perspective on the enduring influence of the Dalai Lama and his commitment to Tibet.
In a world facing war, polarization, and uncertainty, the Dalai Lama’s message is more relevant than ever. The documentary invites reflection on how inner peace, compassion for others, and mutual responsibility can contribute to lasting change and connection.
The film will be followed by an in-depth panel discussion with Babeth Mondini VanLoo and Caroline Nevejan (Chief Science Officer of the Municipality of Amsterdam, 2017–2025). There will also be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions.
The premiere in Amsterdam marks the kick-off of the autumn edition of Tibet Film Days 2026, a joint initiative this year by ICT Europe and the BFFE.
Don’t miss this special screening and the launch of Tibet Film Days 2026 at Pathé Tuschinski Amsterdam.
Note: We don’t make any profit from ticket sales. The ticket price simply covers the costs of organising the event.
Amsterdam Program:
10:00 Doors Open
10:30 Tibetan Opera singer Namgyal Lhamo
The film starts, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A.
13:00 End of program
Other Locations:
The Hague: 25 September 2026
Nijmegen: 11 October 2026
Utrecht: 27 September 2026
Groningen: 4 October 2026
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