Prince of the Himalayas

First theatrical screening of one of the most remarkable cinematic experiences to have been filmed in Tibet...Shakespeare’s Hamlet as you’ve never seen it...”

Prince of the Himalayas is a visually ravishing historical epic. Filmed at 16,000 feet in Tibet, the fine acting, stunning scenery, richly saturated colors and lush costuming make for a truly cinematic experience.

The first theatrical screenings in the US of Sherwood Hu's exhilarating high-altitude Hamlet.  Set in ancient Tibet under the shadow of the Himalayas, the film is a visually ravishing historical epic with stunning scenery, richly saturated color, and lush costuming. As the proto-typical tale of oedipal anxiety, or of the terrifying possibilities of taking action in the social world, this film re-invents a story we thought we knew.

This is a Rubin Museum exclusive.  The film is not available on DVD.

PRINCE OF THE HIMALAYAS is an adaptation of William Shakespeare’s tragedy Hamlet.  In Ancient Tibet, in the shadow of the Himalayas, Prince Lhamoklodan learns of his father's mysterious death and returns home to find his uncle has taken the throne, as well as the queen.  The dead emperor's son, the titular Prince, wants revenge, but how can he exact it without devastating his mother? In the struggle to face his destiny and fight his demons, a new king is born.

Post-screening dicsussion moderated by Director of the Modern Tibetan Studies Program at Columbia, Robert Barnett

Watch the trailer at the official website.

Read the reviews here.

Tickets: $12 / 10.80 for members
*Please note that this film includes some nudity and violence.

ANDREYA'S ASSISTANT

I am green and terribly cute!
Just look for me in Andreya's hands.

Andreya and I will be waiting in the lobby, by the stairs.  See photo below.
At precisely 4:15 we will go to the theater.

Since neither I or Andreya know how long a line to expect to get the tickets, we both suggest that you get to the museum with ample time.  The museum has a very pleasant lounging area where you can sit and rest before the movie.

You can buy the ticket in advance from the Rubin Museum Website.
Click here for advance purchase.