Fairytale of Kathmandu (2007)

Not every fairytale has a happy ever after

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Fairytale of Kathmandu is a 2007 documentary by Neasa Ní Chianáin. The documentary focused on visits by the poet Cathal Ó Searcaigh to Nepal during which he had close relationships with many young boys of 16 years old or younger. The documentary questioned whether Ó Searcaigh's relationships with these youths were exploitative and whether they demonstrated a power and wealth imbalance between the 50 year old Ó Searcaigh and the young Nepalese. Ó Searcaigh is presented in the documentary as paying for the housing, food, bicycles and clothing of boys at most 16 years old. He mentions on camera having sex with some of them, denying that he abused them or that he coerced them into having sex with him.

Director: Neasa Ní Chianáin
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 60 min
Release Date:
Country: Ireland, United Kingdom
Language: Nepali, Gaeilge, English
Budget: $340,000
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Fairytale of Kathmandu about?
Fairytale of Kathmandu is a 2007 documentary by Neasa Ní Chianáin. The documentary focused on visits by the poet Cathal Ó Searcaigh to Nepal during which he had close relationships with many young boys of 16 years old or younger. The documentary questioned whether Ó Searcaigh's relationships with these youths were exploitative and whether they demonstrated a power and wealth imbalance between the 50 year old Ó Searcaigh and the young Nepalese. Ó Searcaigh is presented in the documentary as paying for the housing, food, bicycles and clothing of boys at most 16 years old. He mentions on camera having sex with some of them, denying that he abused them or that he coerced them into having sex with him.
Who directed Fairytale of Kathmandu?
Fairytale of Kathmandu was directed by Neasa Ní Chianáin.
How long is Fairytale of Kathmandu?
Fairytale of Kathmandu has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Fairytale of Kathmandu?
Fairytale of Kathmandu is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of Fairytale of Kathmandu?
Fairytale of Kathmandu had a budget of $340,000.
Where was Fairytale of Kathmandu produced?
Fairytale of Kathmandu was produced in Ireland, United Kingdom.