The Wall of Shadows

Image from the film Wall of Shadows

Image from the film Wall of Shadows

The Wall of Shadows

(At the request of the filmmaker, this film is available only in Canada)
94 minutes, Poland – Climbing
Nov 1 - Nov 8 – $12 CAD

A Sherpa family breaks a taboo and climbs the most holy of mountains to earn money for their son’s education. They accompany a western expedition on East Wall of Khumbakarna Mountain, a wall that has never been climbed before. The Wall of Shadows tells the story of an encounter between a young Sherpa boy and an experienced western mountaineer at the foot of the sacred mountain. Will they face the wrath of mountain Gods?

 

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The Wall of Shadows

The Wall Of Shadows

94 Mins

A Sherpa family breaks a taboo and climbs the most holy of mountains to earn money for their son’s education. They accompany a western expedition on East Wall of Khumbakarna Mountain, a wall that has never been climbed before. Wall of Shadows tells the story of an encounter between a young Sherpa boy and an experienced western mountaineer at the foot of the sacred mountain. Will they face the wrath of mountain Gods?

Premiere: 
Alberta Premiere
Year: 
2020
Country: 
Poland
Director: 
Eliza Kubarska
Producer: 
Monika Braid
Production Company: 
Braidmade Films
Has subtitles: 
Yes