Buddhism, Bhutan and Me
2021•27m•Released
Documentary
Rinzin Jurmey chose to join a monastery and dedicate his life to Buddhism at the age of 11, loving its rituals and traditions. Now 18, he moves harmoniously between mountain village and city, embracing tradition and pop culture, religion and hip-hop, prayer and video games. With guidance from cinematographer Cat Papadimitriou, Jurmey documents the ways in which he – and his country – are striving to preserve ancient practices while embracing modernity.
Director
Rinzin Jurmey
Writer
Rinzin Jurmey
Languages
Dzongkha, English
Cast
Rinzin Jurmey
Himself
Production
Producer
Cat Papadimitriou
Producer
Chris Rizzo
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