The Monk and the Gun Q&A with director Pawo Choyning Dorji & Michael Moore

The Monk And The Gun captures the wonder and disruption as Bhutan becomes one of the world’s youngest democracies. Known throughout the world for its extraordinary beauty and its emphasis on Gross National Happiness, the remote Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan was the last nation to connect to the internet and television. And if that weren’t enough change, the King announced shortly afterwards that he would cede his power to the people via their vote and a new form of government: Democracy.

An elderly lama (Kelsang Choejey), recognizing that extraordinary change is about to sweep through his country, is troubled by the possible outcomes. He instructs his young disciple Tashi (Tandin Wangchuk) to set forth into the kingdom and bring him two guns before the full moon to “set it right.” The young monk is perplexed by his guru’s request, and his familiarity with guns is based solely on images from the only film available on television: James Bond. His quest brings him into contact with a scheming American gun collector Ron (Harry Einhorn), leading to a most unexpected outcome.

[lisaordell]

Many thanks to the man who asked about the field of flowers at the end of the movie! What a stunning gift for everyone! My take on it? Many merits gathered for Pawo Choyning Dorji in writing and making this film, and all are showered in flowers that had not been seen for forty years as a result 🌸🌸🌸🌸
Blessed

[jorgevelasquez]

Just got bank from Bhutan...Special, complex country. Happiness is a very complicated emotion. Ready to learn more by watching these 2 films by Pawo. Thank you Mike for this great interview.

[Thuksey]

Love Pawo's interview and expression of his ideas .

[CaterinaDeRe]

Gratitude for the "untying of knots". Perfect to welcome the Druk Year!

[alfazeta]

Is Moore supporting Mr genicide maker also called as Mr Bidet?