In the fall of 2019, I had the opportunity to travel to Shangri-La, Yunan to produce a documentary about the struggle elder’s from rural areas face. Although the people and history are Tibetan, Chinese politics and culture haven taken over. Because of these political tensions, and from fear of endangering anyone associated with the documentary, the discussion of China, Tibetan faith or even mentioning the Dalai Lama was strictly prohibited. What is left is more of a visual showcase of the local landscapes I traveled and with some interviews with local Tibetans about their daily struggles.

Documentary

Synopsis

Shangri La, Yunan

Elders struggle to keep roof over their heads and take care of themselves. Their families leave for the large city, leaving the elders to take care of the farm
and grandchildren. The traditions and religions are left aside by newer generations. Many elders of the area end up homeless struggling to feed or find shelter.