2023

The Monk and the Gun

An American travels to Bhutan searching for a valuable antique rifle and crosses paths with a young monk who wanders through the serene mountains, instructed by his teacher to make things right again.

Director

Pawo Choyning Dorji

Producers

Pawo Choyning Dorji , Hsu Feng , Stephanie Lai

Writer

Pawo Choyning Dorji

Cinematographer

Jigme Tenzing

Composer

Frédéric Alvarez

Cast

Tandin Wangchuk , Tandin Sonam , Deki Lhamo , Pema Zangmo Sherpa , Harry Einhorn , Kelsang Choejay , Tandin Phubz , Choeying Jatsho , Yuphel Lhendup Selden , Phub Dorji

Studios

The Jim Henson Company , CNC , Journey to the East Films, Ltd. , Tomson Films , Films Boutique , Closer Media , Wooden Trailer Productions , N8 Studios , Animandala , Visions Sud Est , Dangphu Dingphu: a 3 Pigs Production

Genres

Drama Comedy

Posters

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The Monk and the Gun (2023) theatrical poster - US
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The Monk and the Gun (2023) international poster - US
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The Monk and the Gun (2023) character poster - US
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The Monk and the Gun (2023) teaser poster - US
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The Monk and the Gun (2023) imax poster - US
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