Westlake Village woman earns prize for video of Nepal

Sarah Miller went from her home in Westlake Village to Nepal, where she made a video comparing her life with that of people she met there, finding different definitions of necessity, wealth and happiness.

Her work won her a Goldman Sachs Foundation Prize for Excellence in International Education. The award is given to high school students who demonstrate an in-depth understanding of key issues in international affairs and the global economy.

Miller’s video included footage she shot while with a media team documenting human rights issues and the recent elections. She filmed an interview with the rebel leader at the time, Prachanda, who has since become the prime minister. Watch her video.

A recent graduate of Westlake High School, she has also made a video of her local orchestra.

-- Mary MacVean

Photo courtesy of Asia Society

Comments

[Jim]

I have had an interest in Nepal for about a year, and hope to visit there someday soon.

In attempting to learn more about Nepal, I have read several books, have followed news stories closely for a year, and have seen a few videos, yet realize that I still really know nothing about the country or the people--life there is so different.

Namaste, Sarah. Your production brought tears to my eyes, and made me further resolve to go there.

[Himalaya Film Festival]

There are so many nice film on Nepal each festival.
Have a look yourself.