Director Khadka explained that the documentary was completed in a period of more than eight years. “It includes the monarchy, the political history of the country and we have presented it in a chronological way here which was difficult,” he said, after the screening.[break]
Beginning with the reign of Prithvi Narayan Shah, ‘The Last Monarch’ shows us the important political details and the end of the Shah dynasty’s reign with the 19 days revolution of 2005. It is also supported with radio and television clippings carrying news of the royal massacre, the coronation of former King Gyanendra and his interaction with citizens during field visits where they met him with requests for peace.
The documentary has the opinions and stories of many senior politicians, political analysts and senior ex-army officers. Towards the end of the documentary, the viewer comes to understand that, had the former King listened to his ministers and other democrats, the 200 years long monarchy could possibly still be functioning.
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