63
Valli's touch as an artist is too light, and his dramatic sense too timid, to make the film much more than a collection of pretty pictures.
We hate to say it, but we can't find anywhere to view this film.
What are people saying?
What are critics saying?
60
The New York Times by Dana Stevens
Somehow, in spite of the stunning vistas and some witty and affecting moments, the story seems to unfold at a distance; the human drama is diminished by the setting rather than amplified by it.
90
Washington Post by Desson Thomson
The dance between authenticity and storymaking works beautifully.
75
New York Daily News by Elizabeth Weitzman
The plot is woven from minutely observed details that beautifully evoke a rarely seen world.
88
Chicago Tribune by John Petrakis
Most of the performers have limited acting experience, but they are perfect for their parts, exhibiting the courage, stamina and wariness essential to live in such a harsh environment.
70
(Valli) brings an ethnographer's eye for detail to a plot that amounts to little more than the good old generation gap.
67
Austin Chronicle by Kimberley Jones
It's the tortoise and the hare, Nepalese-style, and it's surprisingly dramatic.
100
San Francisco Chronicle by Mick LaSalle
They are naturals at acting, not because they're good at lying but because they can't be phony.
63
Miami Herald by Rene Rodriguez
Himalaya doesn't need a traditional story line to transport the viewer into another, fascinating world.
75
Chicago Sun-Times by Roger Ebert
A film of unusual visual beauty and enormous intrinsic interest.