Shangku Shelter
Synopsis
Zanskar is a remote kingdom in the northwest Indian Himalaya, where local people are snow-bound for six months of the year. About 10,000 Zanskaris live in the isolated valley. In winter, mountain passes are blocked, the summer Jeep road closes and buses stop. Two decades ago, three friends founded a ski school - to enable winter travel in the valley, improve quality of life, and to encourage young people to stay in Zanskar by helping establish a culture of mountain sports. The film tells the story of this friendship, the ski school and the development of skiing in the area. Along the way a bigger question is raised. Most recently, the federal government announced a major road building project that will provide year round access to Zanskar. How can Zanskar's wilderness be preserved? It is only a matter of time before the winter road is completed, and the "Big India" rushes in.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Silk Road International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
29/09/2018
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ben Stephenson, Yana Kehrlein, Vera Neverkevich
- Screenplay & Story
- Ben Stephenson, Vera Neverkevich Hill
- Original Title
- Shangku Shelter
- Country of Origin
- Canada, India
- Release Date
- 29/09/2018
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 53m
- Production Studios
- Putorana Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ben Stephenson, Yana Kehrlein, Vera Neverkevich
Ben Stephenson, Vera Neverkevich Hill
Department Leadership Roster
Ben Stephenson
Director
Yana Kehrlein
Director
Vera Neverkevich
Director
Ben Stephenson
Writer
Vera Neverkevich Hill
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Shangku Shelter.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shangku Shelter
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What is Shangku Shelter about?
Zanskar is a remote kingdom in the northwest Indian Himalaya, where local people are snow-bound for six months of the year. About 10,000 Zanskaris live in the isolated valley. In winter, mountain passes are blocked, the summer Jeep road closes and buses stop. Two decades ago, three friends founded a ski school - to enable winter travel in the valley, improve quality of life, and to encourage young people to stay in Zanskar by helping establish a culture of mountain sports. The film tells the story of this friendship, the ski school and the development of skiing in the area. Along the way a bigger question is raised. Most recently, the federal government announced a major road building project that will provide year round access to Zanskar. How can Zanskar's wilderness be preserved? It is only a matter of time before the winter road is completed, and the "Big India" rushes in.
Who directed Shangku Shelter?
Shangku Shelter was directed by Ben Stephenson, Yana Kehrlein, Vera Neverkevich.
Who stars in Shangku Shelter?
The principal cast of Shangku Shelter includes Not specified.
When was Shangku Shelter released and how long is it?
Shangku Shelter was released in 2018 with a total runtime of 53m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Shangku Shelter?
Shangku Shelter holds official age classifications: FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).