It Took 73 Years to Make the Real Everest Film | "Tenzing" Director Jen Peedom Interview
From The Happiness Quotient · 42:59
Show by Thom Dharma Pollard
73 years after the historic 1953 summit of Mount Everest, the full, untold story of Tenzing Norgay is finally being told. In this in-depth conversation and film review, I sit down with acclaimed director Jennifer Peedom to dive deep into her powerful new feature film, "Tenzing."We explore the hidden history that mountaineering books often left out: Tenzing’s true Tibetan roots, his early years as an outsider and migrant worker, the emotional weight carried by his family, and what it truly meant for him to step onto the roof of the world alongside Sir Edmund Hillary. Jennifer also shares behind-the-scenes insights on the creative choices behind the film—from the haunting 1924 encounter with George Mallory to the climactic struggles on the Hillary Step—and reflects on how the Everest community has transformed over the decades."Tenzing" is currently streaming on Apple TV+, YouTube and beyond.RESOURCES FOR FURTHER RESEARCH:Jen Peedom website: https://www.jenpeedom.com.auInterview with Sir Edmund Hillary by Thom Pollard, The Man Who Conquered Everest and Then Gave It All Away - Sir Edmund Hillary:https://youtu.be/h3zEfPnrvUIInterview with Matthew Irving about role as high altitude cameraman, Cameraman Who Filmed MOUNTAIN QUEEN: Behind Lhakpa Sherpa's Legendary 10th Ascent of Everest:https://youtu.be/VBsQa40QOAgSend us Fan Mail If you've been enjoying the podcast and find value in the content, we'd be incredibly grateful for your support. Your monthly contribution helps ensuring that we can continue delivering great content for you to enjoy.Click on the link below:https://www.buzzsprout.com/268133/supportThank you!Thom Dharma Pollard Support the showHere are a few ways you can help support us:Patreon for access to exclusive content:https://www.patreon.com/everestmysteryEVEREST MYSTERY Membership for access to perks and exclusive content:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEk3e_XGyNnqwK2ZlxH7fEA/joinTip Jar for anyone who would like to help support us:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/EverestMystery
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