Tashi's Turbine (2015)
Tashi Bista dreams to install a makeshift wind turbine in Namdok, a remote village nestled high amongst the Himalayas of Nepal. Namdok, battered by wind and cold has been in darkness for centuries. Wearing Ray Bans to shield his eyes from the dust and just a leather jacket to insulate him from the bitter cold he surveys the village. He grew up in this region without electrical power. He is determined to bring lights to Namdok in an effort to prove himself to the skeptical village community. Tashi's Turbine is a character driven film that shows the impact of one man's dream for light, in a village waiting for development.
Director: Amitabh Raj Joshi
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: January 1, 2015
Music: John Kruth
Cinematography: Amitabh Raj Joshi
Language: Nepali
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tashi's Turbine about?
- Tashi Bista dreams to install a makeshift wind turbine in Namdok, a remote village nestled high amongst the Himalayas of Nepal. Namdok, battered by wind and cold has been in darkness for centuries. Wearing Ray Bans to shield his eyes from the dust and just a leather jacket to insulate him from the bitter cold he surveys the village. He grew up in this region without electrical power. He is determined to bring lights to Namdok in an effort to prove himself to the skeptical village community. Tashi's Turbine is a character driven film that shows the impact of one man's dream for light, in a village waiting for development.
- Who directed Tashi's Turbine?
- Tashi's Turbine was directed by Amitabh Raj Joshi.
- How long is Tashi's Turbine?
- Tashi's Turbine has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).
- What genre is Tashi's Turbine?
- Tashi's Turbine is a Documentary film.