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Set against some of the most spectacular scenery ever seen on film, Himalaya tells the story of a generational struggle for the leadership of a tiny mountain village between its proud old chief and a headstrong young caravaner. The balance of power shifts uneasily as they make their annual salt trek across the Himalayas. (official distributor synopsis)
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After the second viewing on the big screen, I’m giving this the full rating and putting the DVD on the shelf with my favorites. Himalaya is more than just pretty pictures and beautiful music, more than visual and musical meditation. It’s also a spiritual film about pride, persistence, family and learning (the cute final shot). Its expression is humble, modest and quiet, in the language of its protagonists. Himalaya is a film from regions where wisdom does not come with diplomas, but with age. “Always choose the hard way.”
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Instead of being a regular movie, this is more like a documentary about everyday life in the Himalayas and, looking at it that way, it has much to offer. A lovely insight into life there, but unfortunately it is so dragged out and almost boring in places, just like the reality of everyday life there. The camerawork is great, very impressive, and the music too. Himalaya is certainly a fascinating picture, but could have been even better if it were cut a little shorter.
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