The Monk And The Gun (Bhutan-France-U.S.) Opening Film Noosa "Brilliant." 5 stars

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Directed and written by Pawo Choyning Dorji  Written byPawo Choyning Dorji 

Stars:  Tandin Wangchuk, Deki Lhamo Pema Zangmo Sherpa Tandin Sonam Harry Einhor

M. 107 min. 

 

The Monk And The Gun captures the wonder and disruption of  Bhutan as it becomes one of the world’s youngest democracies. Known throughout the world for its extraordinary beauty and its emphasis on Gross National Happiness, the remote Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan was the last nation to connect to the internet and television. And if that weren’t enough change, the King announced shortly afterwards that he would cede his power to the people via their vote and a new form of government: Democracy. 

An elderly lama (Kelsang Choejey), recognizing that extraordinary change is about to sweep through his country, is troubled by the possible outcomes. He instructs his young disciple Tashi (Tandin Wangchuk) to set forth into the kingdom and bring him two guns before the full moon to “set it right.” The young monk is perplexed by his guru’s request, and his familiarity with guns is based solely on images from the only film available on television: James Bond. His quest brings him into contact with a scheming American gun collector Ron (Harry Einhorn), leading to a most unexpected outcome.

Official Selection.  Toronto, Telluride, Sydney Film Festivals. Opening film 2024 Sunshine Coast Film Festival 

"Not only is watching The Monk and the Gun a pleasant and uplifting experience, it's the kind of film that will leave you profoundly affected by the story." First Showing 

"This one is even better than Pawo Choyning Dorji's first, and that is really saying something" Deadline Hollywood. 

"Very funny." Film Week