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THE MAHABHARATA (1989)
A film by Peter Brook.
The Mahabharata is one of the oldest stories in the world, at the heart of Indian culture – in religion, myth and legend. The story of the lifelong feud between the Pandavas and the Kauravas, two closely related regal families, but the many subplots, diversions, fables and legends turn this mythological epic into a story of and for all mankind.
Based on RSC/CICT stage production adapted by Jean-Claude Carrière.
THE SECRET
A film by Drew Heriot
The Secret reveals amazing real life stories and testimonials of regular people who have changed their lives in profound ways. By applying the Secret they present instances of eradicating disease, acquiring massive wealth, overcoming obstacles and achieving what many would regard as impossible.
The Secret shows how to apply this powerful knowledge to your life in every area from health to wealth, to success and relationships.
ADI SHANKARACHARYA
A film by G.V. Iyer
The only film ever to be made in classic Sanskrit (English sub-titles).The award winning film is based on the life of one of the greatest thinkers the Indian sub- continent has ever known, Adi Shankaracharya, is a stupefying achievement in the annals of world cinema.
By the 8th centaury the interpretation of Hinduism was synonymous to Brahmanism, rather than an all- embracing philosophy of man-kind. Shankaracharya was born into this ambiance of spirituality, and on reflection on this spiritual ambiance emanated his assimilation of life, a mind –affirming journey with death and wisdom as his two companions.
• National Award for Best Feature Film
• National Award for Best Screenplay
• National Award for Best Cinematography (Col)
• National Award for Best Audiography
TRAVELLERS & MAGICIANS
A film by Khyentse Norbu
Mystical journeys of spiritual discovery are set against the spectacular, evocative landscape of the remote Kingdom of Bhutan in Travelers & Magicians. Young Government official Dondup dreams of escaping to America while stuck in a ravishingly beautiful but isolated village. But when he misses his bus to the city (and an awaiting visa), Dondup is forced to hitchhike with an elderly apple seller, a sage, a young monk and an old man, and his beautiful daughter. Along the way the mischievous monk tells Dondup a story of another young man who sought a land far away: a tale of Lust jealously and murder, that holds up a mirror to the restless Dondup and his blossoming attraction to the innocent young women.
“Sensual…Dazzling…..”
Visually accomplished and loads of fun.
- San Francisco Chronicle
“Memorable! Beguiling”
The year’s first meaningful comedy….
Norbu’s fusion of film noir and color-coded
fable recalls Zhang Yimou’s early masterwork Ju Dou”
- New York Press
“Lovely and enthralling”
Imbued with a playfulness and generosity that clearly
establishes Nourbu as the natural heir to Indian master Satyajit Ray.”
- San Francisco Weekly
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