The story of two young women growing up in Zanskar who come to the age where they will leave their families: one to get married, the other to become a nun.
From Tibet to Turtle Island
A film from 1999 about Tibetan tradition nuns in Nepal and their first trip to the States presenting Tibetan cultural activities.
Tibetan Buddhism in China (Sertar)
NHK documentary about life in the Sertar monastery in Tibet, including interviews with high lamas and nuns.
Mother Sela – Artist and Buddhist Nun
A fascinating documentary following a successful Lebanese artist as she leaves behind her previous life in the States and ordains in Sri Lanka.
Amongst White Clouds in China
A documentary featuring meetings with contemporary Buddhist Masters living remotely in the Zhongnan mountains in China (mainly Mandarin with English subtitles).
The Freedom of being a Buddhist Nun
A short film about the Tibetan tradition English nun Ani Chudrun, who was previously a successful presenter on Top Gear, a BBC TV program about cars and driving.
