Shambhala (2024)

Set in the majestic Nepalese Himalayas, Shambhala is a poignant tale of love, faith, and self-discovery.

Triggered by gossip and misunderstanding, the pregnant Pema embarks on a journey to find her missing husband, facing both external and internal struggles along the way. Through stunning landscapes and deep emotional growth, the film explores spirituality, personal transformation, and the complexities of relationships within a traditional society.

This screening of Shambhala (2024) is apart of the program of Sprouts Film Festival 2025. 

Sprouts Film Festival 2025

In a world marked by glitches, extreme weather, and escalating conflicts, it’s easy to look away. But at Sprouts, we believe cinema can be a platform for peaceful protest. For the fourth year, we’re showcasing a lineup of newly released ecocinema and socially critical debut films. All selected works—both features and shorts—are fiction, as we believe in the power of imagination to inspire positive change and reframe our relationship with the more-than-human world. We are here to make you wonder, inform you, spark resistance, and nurture emerging talent.

The people at Sprouts Film Festival have kindly offered a limited amount of free tickets for Subbacultcha members. Please make a reservation by sending an email to mailinglist@subbacultcha.nl with “Shambhala” in the subject line + your name in the email.” in the subject line + your name in the email.