Open House: Film screening, Himalaya (An Epic Adventure of Survival)
With Sky Lake Community
January 5, 2026
January 2026 Open House
Open House at Sky Lake is a monthly series featuring guest presenters in conversation with Joanna Rotté
Filmed in the Dolpo region of Nepal – a high-altitude, visually stunning, culturally isolated area known for ancient Tibetan and Bon religious traditions – Himalaya (An Epic Adventure of Survival) depicts a generational struggle for the leadership of a mountain village between its proud old chief and a headstrong young caravanner. “A breathtaking film (that) invites us to behold an astonishing world (A. O. Scott),” Himalaya offers an intense portrait of spiritual challenge, as karma unfolds, in a most extraordinary place.
Directed by Eric Valli, Himalaya was nominated for an Oscar as best foreign-language film in 1999. In Tibetan with English subtitles, the film runs 104 minutes. The screening may be followed by a moderated discussion among viewers.
Free feature film! All are invited! Donations may be offered to Sky Lake Retreat Center.
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Category : Open House