Directed by Pawo Choyning Dorji
An American travels to Bhutan searching for a valuable antique rifle and crosses paths with a young monk who wanders through the serene mountains, instructed by his teacher to make things right again.
Le Moine au fusil, 不丹沒有槍, 총을 든 스님, El monje y el rifle, Le Moine et le fusil, 僧侣和枪, הנזיר והרובה, C'era una volta in Bhutan, Mnich a puška, Монах и ружьё, Mnich i karabin, Was will der Lama mit dem Gewehr?, El monjo i el fusell, O Monge e a Arma, お坊さまと鉄砲, Монахът и пушката, Szerzetes fegyverrel, Nhà Sư Và Khẩu Súng, Munken och geväret
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Such a thematically rich, politically profound, exquisitely beautiful, controlled, navigation between modernity and tradition, which considers what is lost when you think you’ve gained.
"The American character’s full name is Ronald Coleman, a not so subtle homage to the actor Ronald Colman who starred in Frank Capra's classic fantasy "Lost Horizon." In that 1937 film, Colman played a diplomat whose plane crashes in the Himalayas, leading him to discover a treasured city unchanged by time, the mythical Shangri-La. Even after Bhutan’s transition to democracy, Western media headlines often still exoticize the country, referring to it as "the world's last Shangri-La."
Mr. Ron is of course a stand in for America. His obsession with guns, his impatience, his insistence that money can solve any issue and that everyone has a price, finds resistance with the rural Bhutanese farmer, whose constant befuddling actions are rooted in…
I can say honestly I did not know where this was going cause the title sounded like a precursor to a joke but I feel the payoff in this works better than a one liner.
I was worried at first I was a little worried cause they did establish a lot of characters which I find sometimes muddies the narrative with so many actions pointing in different directions but this smartly threaded all of them into a beautiful mosaic quilt. So with that it takes a while for it to get traction but luckily you are looking at these bright gorgeos views of Bhutan to tether on to. Honestly I can't say one character stood out more than another but…
It really was about a monk and a gun
this movie really showed me how american my mindset is 😭😭 i was really waiting for the lama to murder…,
THE MONK AND THE GUN presents a traditional way of life undergoing drastic change with rich thematic texture. Loved the vibrant, gorgeous images of Bhutan & the modest but candidly funny dialogue. A pleasantly surprising & confident evolution from Lunana: A Yak In The Classroom.
J'apprends donc que le Bhoutan ressemble à la Roumanie
This film proved to be a delightful, clever, and perceptive experience, leaving me pleasantly surprised. The Monk and the Gun presents an intriguing political comedy narrative, set against breathtaking landscapes, offering insight into life in a distant land with a distinct culture, all while delving into the quirks of destiny with a sprinkle of unique humor. The film showcases stunning cinematography, commendable performances from numerous newcomers or novices, and smooth pacing, resulting in an engaging and enjoyable viewing experience as it effortlessly draws viewers in. Remarkably accessible, it conveys a poignant message subtly yet effectively, interwoven with satire. A relaxed yet insightful and philosophical viewing, its ingeniously crafted, delivering almost total satisfaction.
Q&A with director Pawo Choyning Dorji
L modernization
L democracy
W big red wooden penis
they should have buried mark zuckerburg alive
Beautiful; funny; honest; interesting; scenic; thoughtful; understated; unhurried; well-shot; winsome.
someone get this monk his AK47s ASAP!!
