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Buddhism, Bhutan and Me

Rinzin Jurmey shares how Bhutan is preserving traditions while embracing globalization.

Aired 04/06/2021 | Expires 04/06/2025 | Rating TV-PG

FILMS BYKIDS

Buddhism, Bhutan and Me

Season 3 Episode 304 | 26m 56sVideo has Closed Captions

Rinzin Jurmey shares how Bhutan is preserving traditions while embracing globalization.

18-year-old Rinzin Jurmey from Bhutan became a monk when he was 11 years old. He travels between his monastery, village and the city, meeting with hip-hop dancers, video gamers, and sports fans to understand the intersection of tradition and pop culture. Guided by filmmaker Cat Papadimitriou, Jurmey explores how he--and his country--are preserving ancient practices while embracing globalization.

Aired 04/06/2021 | Expires 04/06/2025 | Rating TV-PG

FILMS BYKIDS is presented by your local public television station.

Distributed nationally by American Public Television.

FILMS BYKIDS

Buddhism, Bhutan and Me

Season 3 Episode 304 | 26m 56sVideo has Closed Captions

18-year-old Rinzin Jurmey from Bhutan became a monk when he was 11 years old. He travels between his monastery, village and the city, meeting with hip-hop dancers, video gamers, and sports fans to understand the intersection of tradition and pop culture. Guided by filmmaker Cat Papadimitriou, Jurmey explores how he--and his country--are preserving ancient practices while embracing globalization.

Aired 04/06/2021 | Expires 04/06/2025 | Rating TV-PG

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