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Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa

Lhakpa Sherpa, the first Nepalese woman to summit Everest, leaves her life as a single mother in America to climb the mountain again. Lucy Walker's film captures her thrilling adventure and abusive marriage, challenging gender imbalances in mountaineering.

Book now:
15 June, 6:15pm, Showroom
16 June, 8:45pm, The Light

Both screenings will be followed by a Q&A with director Lucy Walker and protagonist Lhakpa Sherpa.

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