Can ancient martial arts and Buddhist spirituality drive environmental change?
In short: In the high Himalayas, a group of Buddhist nuns is using the discipline of Kung Fu to pursue self-knowledge, female empowerment, and climate activism.
This documentary follows the Kung Fu Nuns of Kathmandu as they integrate martial arts with spiritual practice, viewing the discipline as a form of meditation in motion rather than a tool for aggression. Beyond the monastery, these women travel to remote Himalayan villages to support female independence in male-dominated communities.
Their work extends to practical environmentalism, including installing solar panels, repairing homes, and educating local populations on sustainability and climate protection.
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