Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom

It puts into perspective our privilege and how we take for guaranteed all we have. But at the same time, makes us wish for a simpler, happier life. Moving and beautiful.

Oh so simple, yet oh so sweet.

'Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom' is pretty wholesome, in short. There isn't anything revolutionary about the plot, there aren't any major events across the 100 or so minutes but that doesn't hamper the film at all. It's a breezy watch from beginning to end, with some good acting alongside some lovely visuals of Bhutan. Recommended!

Everyone is trying to find a place where dreams come true, at the cost of selling our moments, breaths and yet we come back where we bagan to find solace and call it holiday...

Like nature, those who like it will appreciate this more than I.

The most interesting thing about this technically well-made film is that it's the first academy award nominated film from the small Buddhist kingdom of Bhutan (between Nepal and China).

The story of a rebellious young teacher who's forced to teach in a small village school on top of nowhere provides a brief look into another world located somewhere in the world we all share.

I won't nitpick about the story which is less unique than the filming location, but I would encourage anyone curious about indie cinema abroad to check this one out.