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Lhamu Crater named after Pasang Lhamu Sherpa

by | Aug 9, 2024 | In the News

Lhamu Crater

We are overjoyed to announce that a crater on the Moon has been named “Lhamu” in honor of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, the inspiring subject of our documentary film, PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest. This incredible recognition is a testament to Pasang’s historic summit of Mount Everest and the enduring legacy she has left for Nepal and the world.

“This historic honour recognises her remarkable legacy and celebrates the spirit of determination and courage she embodies,” the embassy said in a post on X. “Her extraordinary achievement has opened doors for young Nepali women and inspired countless women worldwide to aim for even greater heights, not only in mountaineering but in all walks of life.”

~ Nepal Embassy, Washington, DC

“Pasang Lhamu was the first Nepalese woman to summit Everest and now has a crater named for her on the summit of an important lunar South Pole mountain,”

~ USGS

“A fitting tribute to a courageous Nepali woman!”

~ The Australian Embassy

 

Pasang Lhamu Sherpa (the subject of our documentary, PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest) has been honored with 'Lhamu", a crater on the south pole of the Moon dedicated in her name

Articles published in the news about this momentous occasion include:

Gripped Magazine – Pasang Lhamu Sherpa’s Journey to Climb Mount Everest

by | Apr 3, 2024 | In the News

PASANG theatrical screening announced on Gripped The Climbing Magazine.

Gripped The Climbing Magazine, published an article in their “Profiles” section about the Pasang: In the Shadow of Everest theatrical release.

A quote from the article:

“Pasang: In the Shadow of Everest chronicles Pasang Lhamu Sherpa’s tragic and inspiring journey to become the first Nepali woman to summit Everest in 1993. As an uneducated, indigenous woman and a Buddhist in a Hindu kingdom, Pasang’s dream to scale the legendary mountain pits her against her family, foreign climbers, her government, and nature itself.”

Click the button below to see the Gripped article about PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest

Gripped PASANG article

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PASANG theatrical screening announced on Gripped The Climbing Magazine.

Nepalism.com – …the Inspiring Journey of First Nepali Woman Mountaineer…

by | Jan 22, 2024 | In the News

nepalism.com writes an article about PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest and the screenings in New York, Jan, 2024Nepali news site, nepalism.com published an article about PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest entitled, “PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest” Chronicles the Inspiring Journey of First Nepali Woman Mountaineer Pasang Lhamu Sherpa”

A quote from the article:

“Pasang Lhamu Sherpa’s life is now a powerful embodiment of Nepali women’s courage, aspiration, and determination. Her inspiring journey, as documented in this award-winning film, serves as a testament to the true spirit of adventure, determination and life passion. Pasang’s story transcends time, promising to inspire generations to come.”

Click here for the nepalism.com article about PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest

nepalism.com PASANG article

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nepalism.com article about PASANG published Jan 2024

Khasokas – “A historical documentary about the life of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa…”

by | Jan 19, 2024 | In the News

khasokas logoNepali language news site, Khasokas published a  review of PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest. The title in English reads, “A historical documentary about the life of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa will be shown in New York starting today.” Using Google Translate, here is a quote from the article:

“Pasang’s life is a poignant example of resilience, determination and breaking gender barriers. She has become a symbol of Nepali women’s ability and strength. She has also become a symbol of courage. The documentary captures the essence of her tireless efforts while emphasizing the importance of pursuing one’s dreams with dedication even in the face of many challenges and obstacles.”

Here is a link to the original Khasokas article in the Nepali language.

We’ve translated the news into English which you can download as a PDF here: Khasokas English Version

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Nepali language news organization Khasokas, published an article about PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest

New York Times – ‘Pasang: In the Shadow of Everest’ Review: A Barrier-Breaking Ascent

by | Jan 18, 2024 | In the News, Reviews

Ben Keningsberg of The New York Times published a  review of PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest on Jan. 18, 2024.

“Drawing on interviews with family members and fellow climbers, “Pasang: In the Shadow of Everest” describes the various social, national and financial obstacles that Sherpa encountered. Jan Arnold, a New Zealand doctor and climber who was on Everest contemporaneously, vividly explains the physical toll that acclimating to the mountain can take.”

SPOILER ALERT: If you don’t know how the story ends, you might want to see the documentary first before you read The New York Times review: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/01/18/movies/pasang-in-the-shadow-of-everest-review.html

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The New York Times published a review of PASANG on Jan 19, 2024

The Weekend Warrior – This Week’s “Chosen One”

by | Jan 18, 2024 | In the News, Reviews

Edward Douglas published a positive review of PASANG: In the Shadow of Everest on Substack. He’s been writing about movies for over twenty five years.

“This is an amazing story that I’m not sure is known to many Westerners, but Pasang became a bit of a legend in Nepal, because she went against all the odds, including being a woman, to do something the few thought she could achieve. Her determination and enthusiasm to climbing is quite infectious, though I’m going to try to be a little careful with spoilers on this one – yes, a doc – but it’s terrific how Svendsen tells this story and brings this inspirational woman to the forefront, including interviews with her daughter and other Nepali Alpinists to really make clear why her efforts were so important to making changes in the male-dominated Nepali climbing hierarchy. This is a terrific doc that I’m worried more people won’t have a chance to see since it’s getting such a small release, but hopefully, it will make its way to a streamer.”

Read his article here: https://edwarddouglas.substack.com/p/the-weekend-warrior-jan-19-2024

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Positive review for PASANG by The Weekend Warrior, written by Edward Douglas