Tibetan Music & Movie
Tropic Cinema
416 Eaton St., Key West
Wednesday, January 22, 2025 – 6:00 – 9:00 pm
Tibetan Chanting & Long horns – 6:00 pm
The evening begins with an introduction to the Drepung Gomang Monks by Geshe Chæden & Lopön Ellen Booth Church, teacher for the Tara Mandala Buddhist Community. You will then be invited to settle back into your seat and prepare to fall under a meditative spell when the Drepung Gomang Monks fill the theater with their hauntingly beautiful harmonic chanting and the resonating sound of long horns, known as dungchen.
The Monk and the Gun – 6:45 pm
Step into a world where ancient tradition collides with modern temptation. Set in the breathtaking landscapes of Bhutan, this captivating tale follows a Buddhist monk at a spiritual crossroads when his tranquil monastery life is disrupted by the arrival of a single firearm—a symbol of power, danger, and mystery.
As the serene rhythms of monastic life unravel, a once-unshakable faith is tested in an age-old community forced to confront change. Can enlightenment endure in the face of a weapon’s allure?
With stunning cinematography, rich cultural depth, and an emotionally charged story, The Monk and the Gun is a thought-provoking exploration of identity, morality, and the clash between progress and tradition. A journey like no other, this film will leave you questioning what you hold sacred.
Prepare to be moved, challenged, and inspired. Don’t miss this festival favorite—experience The Monk and the Gun on the big screen.
Tickets $25 ~ Advance Purchase at www.tropiccinema.com/
All proceeds, after theater costs, go to the Drepung Gomang Monastery in India.