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Crossing Sacred Ground

Crossing Sacred Ground follows a group of modern-day pilgrims as they travel from the spiritual sites of the Kathmandu Valley across the Himalaya to Mount Kailash in Tibet. Along the way, the film examines the role of sacred landscapes in contemporary life and society.

  • David Zurick
    Director
  • David Zurick
    Writer
  • David Zurick
    Producer
  • Kailash Pilgrims
    Key Cast
  • Chris Radcliffe
    Photographer
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    27 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    April 30, 2017
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    China, Nepal
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - David Zurick

David Zurick is a geographer/photographer working in the Himalaya region since 1980. He is the author of numerous award-winning books of scholarship, creative nonfiction, and photography. His work is supported by science grants and artist fellowships. He is a Fellow of The Explorers Club and a recipient of the Mount Everest Award. Crossing Sacred Ground is his first film.

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