Directed by Dechen Roder, this 2016 mystery drama follows a young Buddhist monk who is sent to investigate a mysterious woman accused of being a demoness in a remote village. Blending noir thriller elements with Buddhist philosophy and Bhutanese folk beliefs, the film explores themes of perception, superstition, and female agency. It premiered at the Busan International Film Festival and was selected as Bhutan's entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards, screening at numerous international festivals.
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District: Bumthang
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Established 2016
Last updated March 25, 2026