Tom Hiddleston and Genden Phuntsok
Summary
Recorded at the Telluride Film Festival, host Josh discusses the upcoming film *Tenzin*, which tells the true story of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay’s 1953 Everest ascent. Guests Tom Holland and Gendon Putakkar share behind-the-scenes details from their on-location shoots in Nepal and New Zealand, highlighting the physical challenges and their deep connection to the Sherpa community. The conversation also covers Tom’s audition for *Mad Max: Fury Road* and his experiences with the *Doomsday* franchise.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Telluride Film Festival and Guest Arrival
Note on Interpreter and Language Barrier
Filming Location and Connection to Telluride
Origin Story: Jennifer Peedom's Letter
Significance of Edmund Hillary in New Zealand
Meeting Tenzing Norgay and Pre-Production Bonding
Real Climbing Conditions and Sherpa Guides
Safety Experts and First Sight of Everest
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Tenzing's Character and Cultural Bridge
Personal Connection to Norbu Tenzing
Rehearsing Lines and High Altitude Anecdotes
Research: Norbu Tenzing and Peter Hillary
Interview with Last Surviving Sherpa
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Casting Audition Story with Michael Fassbender
Loki's Role and On-Set Jokes
Filming in Lower Mustang and Monks
Stunts: Climbing Real Crevasses
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