The evening will begin with a potluck at 6:30pm, as is our tradition. Bring a dish to pass if you are able, or just show up.The film will then be shown starting around 6:50. Discussion will follow for all who wish to participate.
This is a humorous and wise film. Prayer, meditation, rituals—soccer?
World Cup soccer fever
sweeps into a remote Himalayan monastery, and centuries-old traditions
are threatened. The young monks will do just about anything to watch the
final match, posing a unique challenge to the venerable lamas in charge.
An inspiring tale of colliding cultures, midnight escapades and daring
secret plots. A true story, filmed on location at Chokling Monastery,
India, this award-winning film was made by Bhutanese filmmaker Khyentse
Norbu, who is also one of the most important incarnate lamas in
contemporary Tibetan Buddhism.You can view a trailer of "The Cup" here.
