The story of Pasang Lhamu Sherpa, the Indigenous trailblazer who battled racism, gender discrimination, and political opposition in her quest to become the first Nepali woman to summit Mount Everest. Her courageous, tragic journey would greatly move her country, inspiring new generations to reach for their rights.

Director's Bio:

Nancy Anne Svendsen grew up in small towns in Iowa. Nancy earned a BA in English, Spanish, and American Studies from St. Olaf College in Northfield, Minnesota and a MBA from the University of Minnesota. Nancy has returned to her storytelling roots as an independent filmmaker based in Northern California, combining her business acumen and experience running large organizations with her passion for women’s rights, the creative arts, and storytelling.

"For Pasang Everest was not just a summit but represented a primal desire to prove herself as a Nepalese woman who climbs in the face of foreign and male domination of the sport and the mountain. One of the BEST Everest films ever - and I've seen a kajillion." – BendFilm Team

This film is sponsored by Best Best and Krieger LLP