TENZING is in theaters and streaming on Apple TV. It is the true story of Tenzing Norgay (Genden Phuntsok) who, together with Edmund Hillary (Tom Hiddleston), was the first climber to reach the summit of Mount Everest, Chomolungma, sacred mother goddess of the earth.  Jennifer Peedom directed. Stefan Duscio, ACS was the cinematographer. We met at the New York premiere and spoke again a few days later for this interview.

Not the usual “because it’s there” story, this is a film about Tenzing’s spiritual respect for the mountain, the teamwork with Hillary and their enduring friendship. read more…