In Tibet, the concept of a woman's role is redefined by a group of nuns who have achieved elevated status in their Buddhist community. Over 3,000 nuns have dedicated themselves to the ancient practices of Tibetan Buddhism, defying traditional gender roles. A documentary follows a group of Western women who travel to remote mountain hermitages to meet these nuns, led by Buddhist teacher Tsoknyi Rinpoche III. The film explores the Tibetan Buddhist monastic system and the changing role of women within it, incorporating historical footage from the 1960s Cultural Revolution. The nuns share their stories, while the visitors speak about the profound impact of their journey, as they shed their egos and worldly concerns. The documentary is both inspirational and lighthearted, featuring a memorable scene where the nuns and guests dance together to Cyndi Lauper's "Girls Just Want to Have Fun".
Blessings: The Tsoknyi Nangchen Nuns of Tibet
A group of Tibetan Buddhist nuns, the Tsoknyi Nangchen, defy traditional gender norms by dedicating themselves to powerful spiritual practices, demonstrating that female spirituality is just as potent as its male counterpart.
