The Next Guardian

The film "The Next Guardian" (2017) is a documentary that follows the lives of Gyembo and Tashi, two teenagers from a Bhutanese family, as they navigate their individual aspirations: Gyembo's father hopes he will succeed him in overseeing a Buddhist temple, while Tashi dreams of becoming a professional soccer player. As the siblings face the challenges of growing up, their family's traditional values are tested against their own desires for independence and self-discovery. Through the lens of this tight-knit Bhutanese family, the film offers a thoughtful and tender portrait of love, tradition, and identity.