PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest

Best Feature - WILD Spirit Award

PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest

Best Feature - WILD Spirit Award

The story of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, the indigenous trailblazer who battled racism, gender discrimination, and political opposition in her quest to become the first Nepali woman to summit Mt. Everest. Her courageous, tragic journey would greatly move her country, inspiring new generations to reach for their rights.

Q&A with Director Nancy Svendsen, Hosted by Rebecca Martin

Screened at the WILD Sunday Program on March 5, 2023 at The Explorers Club

Directors: Nancy Svendsen

Producers: Sharon Wood, Christy McGill, Andrea Pierpont

USA, 2022, 71m
Category:

2023 Films