Tenzing Review
Read our review of Apple TV’s Tenzing, a Mount Everest drama starring Genden Phuntsok and Tom Hiddleston that honors Sherpa Tenzing Norgay’s historic climb.
Tenzing Norgay and Edmund Hillary made history in 1953 by becoming the first confirmed climbers to reach the summit of Mount Everest. However, director Jennifer Peedom's biographical drama "Tenzing" seeks to highlight the lesser-known story of Tenzing, who faced numerous challenges before joining the British expedition. The film, which premiered in select theaters on October 9 and streams globally on Apple TV on October 16, is a moving portrayal of Tenzing's life, from his upbringing as a yak herder in the shadow of Mount Everest to his spiritual journey atop the "Mother Goddess of the World."
Peedom's film emphasizes the cultural differences between the British expedition members and the Sherpas, contributing to the tension and mistrust that exists between the two groups. The chemistry between Tenzing, played by three different actors, and his climbing partner Hillary, played by Tom Hiddleston, is a key element in the film's success.
Despite some criticisms regarding the pacing and sentimentality, the movie offers an engaging and uplifting experience that resonates even in difficult times.
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