Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom (2019)

In the heart of modern Bhutan, Ugyen, an ambitious young teacher, dreams of trading his mundane life for the glamorous stages of Australia, aspiring to be a singer. His lack of dedication to his current profession incurs a stern retribution from his supervisors, who banish him to the world's most secluded school, nestled amidst the icy peaks of the Himalayan hamlet, Lunana. After an exhausting eight-day journey, Ugyen finds himself adrift from his accustomed Western comforts. He is thrust into a world devoid of electricity, bereft of textbooks, and even a simple blackboard is a luxury beyond reach. Yet, amidst their desolation, the villagers greet their new educator with heartwarming hospitality, entrusting him with the monumental task of enlightening their children's minds without the aid of conventional teaching tools. Initially, Ugyen contemplates surrender, yearning for the familiarity of home. However, as he becomes privy to the stark realities endured by the innocent children under his tutelage, a transformation begins to stir within him. The villagers' awe-inspiring resilience and spiritual fortitude start to reshape Ugyen's perspective, pushing him to question his priorities and reshape his future. The story of Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom is an intriguing blend of cultural immersion, personal growth, and the unanticipated revelations hidden within life's toughest challenges.

Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom is a drama movie featuring Tshering Dorji and directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji.

Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Kanopy and it's also available on Hoopla, Netflix and Netflix basic with Ads.

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