Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom (2019) is a transformative Bhutanese drama that follows Ugyen, a young urban teacher with dreams of moving to Australia to become a singer. As a reprimand for his lack of commitment, the government sends him to the most remote school in the world, located in the Himalayan village of Lunana. Movie Highlights Historical Achievement : It made history as Bhutan's first-ever Oscar-nominated film for Best International Feature. Authentic Setting : Filmed in the actual village of Lunana, situated at over 11,000 feet
Winter arrives and the school must close.Ugyen finally gets his visa for Australia.He stands on a stage in a busy city.He looks at the crowd but feels empty.He realizes his heart stayed in the mountains.
Shot on location in Lunana, the film showcases the breathtaking landscape of the Himalayas. The scenes were filmed using solar-powered equipment, highlighting the film’s dedication to authenticity.
Depending on your region, the film is frequently available to stream on platforms like KanoPy (free with a library card or university login) and Hulu .
Won the Audience Choice Award.
For film collectors, physical DVD and Blu-ray editions are available through major entertainment retailers and the film's official distributor, Samuel Goldwyn Films . 💬 What's Next? If you want to dive deeper into world cinema,
To support independent international cinema and the Bhutanese film industry, viewers should opt for official digital distribution channels. Lunana: A Yak in the Classroom is widely available on major global platforms:
Available to rent or purchase. Once purchased, you can download the film to mobile devices using the Google TV app.