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1. 1 Giant Leap by Jamie Catto1 Giant Leap is a collaborative dvd project for the 21st century, which fuses music, words, sounds, rhythms and images from over 25 locations in 20 countries around the globe to celebrate diversity of musicians, story-tellers, authors, filmmakers, artists, entrepreneurs, artists, and thinkers from many different cultures. 1 Giant Leap is a title, a philosophy, a leap of faith that sprung from the minds of visionary UK musicians/visual artists Jamie Catto (Faithless) and Duncan Bridgeman. It is the embodiment of the unity in human diversity and a cross-cultural exploration of universal truth that is a global journey unto itself. 1 Giant Leap features: Kurt Vonnegut, Dennis Hopper, Ram Dass, Tom Robbins, Anita Roddick, Brian Eno, Michael Stipe (REM), Robbie Williams, Neneh Cherry, Speech (Arrested Development), Stewart Copeland, Baaba Maal, and many more. |
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2012 The Odyssey by Ellen BurstynThis is a DVD presentation that "connects the dots -- and dashes" of Mayan calendars and cosmology and integrates them into The Big Picture. As a collector of wisdom teachings from around the globe, this is now at the top of my Five Star A-List. Equally, I can see this is a must have for folks that want to share these insights with others but have lacked the resources -- time, energy, talent -- heretofore. Do yourself a favor and get this information into your consciousness, and turn your lights on fully, before our house lights go out in the flash of a coronal mass ejection that melts down our high-tech society power grid in Solar Cycle 24! |
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Abraham: The Secret Behind the Secret by Esther and Jerry HicksOn this inspirational DVD program, Esther and Jerry Hicks present the teachings of the Non-Physical entity Abraham, whom Esther calls infinite intelligence and Jerry refers to as the purest form of love I have ever encountered. The Law of Attraction is never more evident than in the pulse of an Abraham-Hicks Art of Allowing Workshop. And this is one of the years best, The Secret Behind The Secret...so sit back, relax, allow, and attract! Abraham defies explanation. Defies reason. Defies logic. Defies what many call common sense. So forget what you re seeing. And concentrate on what you re hearing. It is the sound of your heart. Beating a little faster and a little truer. It is the sound of Abraham straight up. And once you have heard it, your life will never be the same again. This fascinating DVD, includes segments on the Trilogy, The Meaning of Life and much, much more! |
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Astrology: Secrets in the Stars by Arts & Entertainment ChannelSince the dawn of time humankind has looked to the heavens for answers to earthly problems. Do the movements of the stars and planets hold the secrets of human destiny? Can the stars and planets determine one's hidden character? ANCIENT MYSTERIES explores the long history of astrology from the dawn of time to the modern day dial-a-psychic. Experts reveal how the pseudo-science originated over 4000 years ago in the Fertile Crescent and how today's Zodiac remains essentially unchanged from the system developed by the Babylonians. Learn of the incredible influence astrology has had in cultures worldwide from the Mayan calendar to the belief that the Three Wise Men were "following the star" in more than a literal sense! Trace the tantalizing evidence of predictions from the past that appear to have come true and hear from skeptics why this "evidence" is taken with a grain of salt by so many. ASTROLOGY: SECRETS IN THE STARS is a fascinating look at the ancient belief that continues to cast its spell on millions of people today. |
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Baraka by Mark Magidson and Ron FrickeThe words mesmerizing, beautiful and astounding cannot begin to describe this wonderful DVD. Ron Fricke is to be commended highly for this moving work of art. I have a wide-screen HDTV and found the DVD to be much more moving than the VHS version I had seen on old TV in the past. If you have a choice--definitely go to the widescreen DVD version. The Dolby sound also was much enhanced over the previous version. I firmly believe ALL PEOPLE should view this film at least once in their lifetime--free from all external encumbrances--this film requires your undivided attention. All of a sudden, the world becomes a much smaller planet--one in which we all live in our own way and one in which every living being is important. If you are prone to cry at beauty--have a box of tissues handy. If you are not prone to cry at films, have a box of tissues handy anyway. You will probably need them. This is a very moving film. I was particularly impressed with the burning oil field scene because of the intense feeling the film created. Viewing this film should be a requirement for living on the planet. 117 of 120 people found the following review helpful: VASTLY IMPROVED VIDEO AND SOUND QUALITY!, November 21, 2001 By P. Kowalsky (Manassas, VA United States) - See all my reviews I will not attempt to extol the virtues film itself (what more can I say than has already been said?), but of the new collector's edition: I too have the original DVD release, and the VHS release. This new transfer is AMAZING, and is exactly what the first DVD release should have been... PRISTINE video (very few artifacts, little or no pixelation), and IMMACULATE audio (crisp, clean, and great presence without sounding "over-processed"). If you have both versions and can't tell the difference, then it's time to watch it on a large screen TV, and clean yer ears out! The improvements are painfully obvious. This is a truly incredible film, and finally justice has been done with the fantastic quality of the consumer version. Like someone else said, give your old copy away, and BUY THIS VERSION now! I'm glad I picked it up, and you will be too. Comment Permalink | Was this review helpful to you? (Report this) 26 of 33 people found the following review helpful: Ron Fricke's masterpiece, July 26, 2000 By dronecaster (Baton Rouge, LA USA) - See all my reviews This review is from: Baraka (VHS Tape) This film is not only a worthy successor to Koyaanisqatsi (Fricke's 1983 installment concerning similiar material, only taking place entirely within the U.S.) but is perhaps Ron Fricke's finest film. That's not an easy thing for someone who thought that Koyaanisqatsi was one of the most visually breathtaking films ever made (along with Kubrick's 2001), but Baraka expands its territory to include the entire globe, with a combination of images and music that inspires thoughts as to what exactly the filmmakers had in mind, much like 2001, in invites speculation as to the meaning of its intent. Is Baraka simply gorgeous eye-candy? Maybe, but I really doubt it. I can see how it would be very easily dismissed by people of "right-wing" political values as being "New-Agey" and "ultra-leftist", but I think that would be missing the point as well. Filmmaker Fricke has presented us with a meditation on the defintion of what is to be human, in all its various guises, and in effect showing how rich our peculiar species really is. |
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Beyond Zero Point: The Journey to Compassion by with Gregg BradenWith virtually no publicity or advertising, Gregg Braden's small-press phenomenon Awakening to Zero Point sold more than 50,000 copies and launched him as one of the most popular speakers on ancient prophecy. On Beyond Zero Point, this provocative author and earth scientist leads viewers on an enthralling journey into the lost teachings of the ancient Essenes, authors of the Dead Sea Scrolls. These compassionate seers, teaches Braden, were the guardians of a sacred technology meant to heal our world at this crucial stage in human consciousness. With compelling new archaeological research and stunning visual evidence, Braden reveals the geophysical shifts predicted centuries ago - how the shift to "zero-point" influences our emotions, immune systems, and even our genetic code - and how each of us can use the Five Essene Tenets of Compassion to help trigger a new era for humankind. Are these the lost keys to the next phase of human evolution? Gregg Braden invites viewers to watch, listen, and decide for themselves - as he takes them on an unforgettable excursion Beyond Zero Point. |
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Dancing with Guadalupe by Diane MarronA fascinating journey filled with powerful imagery that captures the essence of the popular spiritual movement that began in the 16th century when the Virgin of Guadalupe appeared on Tepeyac Hill in Mexico City to Juan Diego, a humble Aztec man. Mystical dances and lively music are an integral part of this journey of faith, hope and healing. The veneration devotees have for Our Lady of Guadalupe is expressed through song and dance, through art, and the heartfelt words of pilgrims as they embrace her in their daily lives. |
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Darshan: The Embrace by Jan KounenLess a documentary than an act of worship, "Darshan: The Embrace" is a glowing introduction to the life and work of Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, the so-called hugging saint. Recognized worldwide for her spiritual and humanitarian work, Amma, as she's more commonly known, ministers to the poor of India with food and open arms, often for more than 20 hours at a stretch. Jan Kounen's awestruck film follows the mahatma from one jampacked event to another, eavesdropping as she offers advice on everything from caring for a skin condition to the correct way to feed an elephant. Yet this sincere and tranquil film reveals little of the woman beneath the halo. Photographs and film of the young Amma -- whose family believed her to be mad -- are few and fleeting, leaving a movie long on adulation but short on specifics. -- Jeannette Catsoulis, The New York Times |
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Decoding the Past Secrets of Kabbalah by Jonathan TowersOnce exclusively reserved for study by ultra-religious male scholars of Judaism, Kabbalah has recently become known as a multi-million dollar, celebrity-endorsed phenomenon. SECRETS OF KABBALAH strips away the hype and demystifies the writings that have been studied by Jewish scholars for thousands of years. Is the Kabbalah of the stars the same Kabbalah that Jewish scholars have studied for generations? Even as more and more people are seen wearing the red string bracelets associated with Kabbalah, the original teachings behind this seemingly new fad are in fact understood by precious few. |
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Edgar Cayce: The Beautiful Dreamer by Darren MeeleyThis film is a surprisingly well done biopic on Edgar Cayce lovingly produced and with professional level research. For anyone seeking a very good visualization of Cayce (even after reading more than one of the biographies) the film takes the viewer into his life and into his extraordinary humanitarian work in the field of the paranormal. |
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Everyday Grace by Marianne WilliamsonProduct Description Spiritual author and lecturer Marianne Williamson hosts an inspirational program based on her bestselling book EVERYDAY GRACE. In this public television special Marianne explains how a spiritual outlook can impact even the most mundane moments of daily living--from traffic jams to job anxiety to spousal disagreements--and offers five guiding principles to infuse these frustrating moments with tranquility and grace |
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Fierce Grace by Ram DassHarvard professors Richard Alpert and Timothy Leary made countercultural history in 1963 when they were fired from that institution for conducting controversial psychedelic drug research. In the purple haze aftermath, Alpert journeyed to India and found his guru Maharaj ji, who renamed him Ram Dass ("Servant of God"). Best known for his 1971 bestseller BE HERE NOW, which was a spiritual touchstone of the era, Ram Dass became an inspiration to people across the globe. Filmmaker Mickey Lemle--who has known his subject for more than twenty-five years--intersperses vivid archival footage from hippiedom's glory days with intimate glimpses of Ram Dass today, as he continues to remake his life since being--in his words--"stroked" in 1997. Named by NEWSWEEK as one of the Top Five Non-Fiction Films of 2002, RAM DASS FIERCE GRACE is an engrossing, poignant meditation on spirituality, consciousness, healing and the unexpected grace of aging |
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From Prison to Paradise by David IckeWorld famous Conspiracy researcher lecturer and author David Icke is at the top of his form in this live multimedia presentation. You will laugh you may even cry and you will be on the edge of your seat as David Icke presents an incredible new story of the human history and who really controls the world today.Includes shocking details about Illuminati Bloodlines Conspiracy Theories the Extraterrestrial Reptilian Agenda and the New World Order. David Icke also shares empowering new information that had been hidden for thousands of years which can help us restore freedom to our daily lives.This is the presentation the Illuminati the forces of global control tried so hard to stop. Just prior to the taping of this program previously scheduled press interviews were canceled and government officials questioned IckeTMs right to free speech. |
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Kundun by Martin ScorsesePraised as one of the best films of the year, KUNDUN is a motion picture masterpiece directed by five-time Academy Award(R)-nominated director Martin Scorsese. It's the incredible true story of one of the world's most fascinating leaders -- Tibet's Dali Lama and his daring struggle to rule a nation at one of the most challenging times in its history. Powerfully told and set against a backdrop of world politics -- the film's release created an international uproar! Featuring a striking Oscar(R)-nominated score by renowned composer Philip Glass, this extraordinary motion picture has been greeted with both controversy and worldwide acclaim -- experience it for yourself! |
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ONE by Ward PowersWhen was the last time you saw a film that entertained, prodded and helped you wake up? ONE: The Movie really asks us to think." --Body and Brain Magazine - Jeff Farrannini. ONE The Movie weaves the novice filmmaker's remarkable adventures with the answers to life's ultimate questions in a journey that just might transform your way of seeing the world as One. |
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Orbs the Veil is Lifting by Beyond Words PublishingThe Veil is Lifting is the first full-length film that brings together scientists, spiritual teachers, and experts to explore the orb phenomenon. Orbs shows viewers how to take successful Orb photographs with a simple digital camera, bringing this phenomenon to everyone. |
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Rivers and Tides by Andy GoldsworthyWildly praised by the nation's top critics, the smash theatrical hit RIVERS AND TIDES is a mesmerizing, poetic and curiously contemplative portrait of revered Scottish sculptor Andy Goldsworthy, whose long-winding rock walls, icicle assemblages and other intricate, druidic masterpieces are made entirely of materials found in the wild. Gorgeously shot and edited by director Thomas Riedelsheimer, RIVERS AND TIDES is an intoxicating study of the fragile relationship between man, art and nature. |
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Rumi: Poet of the Heart by C. Barks, R. Bly, D. Chopra, H. Smith, M. Meade and Performances by Hamza El Din and Jai Uttal29 of 30 people found the following review helpful: Poetic Love As An Astounding Lucid Confusion, November 29, 2005 By Nicholas Croft (New York) - See all my reviews "Rumi - Poet of the Heart" is a fifty-five minute documentary that introduces us to the work of Persian poet Jelaluddin Rumi. This is accomplished through an intimate dialog with Coleman Barks, his English language translator. The work also features the narration of actress Debra Winger and sensitive observations by scholars such as Huston Smith, Robert Bly, Simone Fattal, Deepak Chopra and the Sufi mystic Sheik Jelaluddin Loras. The first fifteen minutes of the video relate the biography of Rumi, who was born in Afghanistan during the year 1207. Rumi's family moved to Turkey, where his father became the head of an Islamic Sufi learning community. Upon his father's death, Rumi took his place as the head of this ancient community of prayer. |
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Secrets of the Soul by Frederick Rendina and narrated by John Cullum"Secrets of the Soul" takes an all encompassing look at the search for the soul, from the faithful who seek to touch it to the scientists who investigate its reality. This two-hour documentary special explores the western belief in the soul as way of understanding the afterlife, and the eastern concept that it is energy recycled through reincarnation |
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The Celestine Prophecy by James RedfieldThe Celestine Prophecy is an action-adventure adaptation of the hit novel by James Redfield, a film that moves so swiftly it can be difficult at times to absorb the New Age philosophy tucked into Redfield's multiple, so-called Insights. Matthew Settle plays an American history teacher who travels to Peru to look into the discovery of an ancient manuscript that foretells the arrival of a new spirituality. The Peruvian government and Catholic church, threatened by something that might supplant traditional religion and mainstream values, harass and arrest the scientists and enlightened souls who discovered the manuscript. Our hero becomes involved in a dangerous effort to keep the document from official hands; along the way, he's introduced to the prophecy's major principles, which arouse his dormant spiritual abilities. Annabeth Gish, Hector Elizondo, and Jurgen Prochnow are a welcome presence in this light and sometimes confusing, if casually engaging work that requires repeat viewings to fully hear its interesting message. --Tom Keogh |
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The Elegant Universe by by Brian Greene as seen on Public TelevisionOne of the most ambitious and exciting scientific theories ever posed--one that may be the long-sought "Theory of Everything"--gets a masterful and lavishly animated explanation that will excite scientists and non-scientists alike. Beginning with simple and clear explanations of major concepts of physics, including gravity, electromagnetism, and relativity, The Elegant Universe illuminates one of the most revolutionary theories in physics today. Known as string theory or superstring theory, this startling idea proposes that the fundamental ingredients of nature are inconceivably tiny strands of energy, whose different modes of vibration underlie everything that happens in the universe. The theory attempts to unite the laws of the large--general relativity--and the laws of the small--quantum mechanics--breaking a conceptual logjam that has frustrated scientists for nearly a century. If string theory proves correct, the universe we see obscures a reality that is far richer and more complex than anyone ever imagined--a universe with numerous hidden dimensions, a universe in which the fabric of space can rip and tear, a universe that may be but one of many parallel universes. Join host Brian Greene, professor of physics and mathematics at Columbia University and the best-selling author of The Elegant Universe, for this exciting and in-depth exploration of this groundbreaking new theory. Special DVD features include: bonus video--how the animation was created; Multidimensional Math activity; The Making of The Elegant Universe activity; printable materials and activities for educators; link to The Elegant Universe Web site; excerpt from the best-selling book The Elegant Universe; scene selections; closed captions; and described video for the visually impaired. |
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The Law of Attraction in Action: Episode II by Esther and Jerry Hicks (The Teachings of Abraham)This episode includes: Dark Forces: " I study with amazing healers who tell me to say prayers of protection and to surround myself with White Light. And I think, Why should I do that?" Do we need to be wary of "the dark side"? To be aware of our "awareness": ". . . Something very important coming here," Abraham pauses to say. "Your question has taken us into a new place. So give us a moment to give it to Esther and she will give it to you in a reasonable manner." . . . Abraham goes deep. Non-Physical vs. Physical reality: What life is like from Abraham's Non-Physical point-of-view. Childhood brainwashing, family reunions & running away to the circus! How does one recover from a childhood of suppressed intuition & emotion? "This is a big one friends. This is at the heart of every human relationship." Abraham talks about "control" and what's behind a desire to "change our life and try something new." What about people creating stuff we don't want? If everybody gets to create their own reality, what about people creating things the rest of us don't want in our lives? Leaving Corporate America: Abraham's take on what many people are feeling -- the desire to leave their `Corporate' jobs and find fulfillment elsewhere. Plus -- The Court Jesther!! |
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The Secret by Rhonda ByrneThe new "extended edition" of this ground-breaking feature length movie presentation reveals The Great Secret of the universe. It has been passed throughout the ages, traveling through centuries... to reach you. This is The Secret to everything - the secret to unlimited joy, health, money, relationships, love, youth: everything you have ever wanted. In this astonishing program are ALL the resources you will ever need to understand and live The Secret. For the first time in history, the world's leading scientists, authors, and philosophers will reveal The Secret that utterly transformed the lives of every person who ever knew it... Plato, Newton, Carnegie, Beethoven, Shakespeare, Einstein. Now YOU will know The Secret. And it can change your life forever. |
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Travelers and Magicians by Khyentse NorbuMystical journeys of spiritual discovery are set against the spectacular, evocative landscape of the remote kingdom of Bhutan in TRAVELLERS & MAGICIANS Young government official Dondup (Tshewang Dendup) 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 young monk, an old man, and his beautiful daughter (Sonam Lhamo). Along the way, the mischievous monk tells Dondup a story of another young man who sought a land far away: a tale of lust, jealousy and murder that holds up a mirror to the restless Dondup and his blossoming attraction to the innocent young woman. Directed by Khyentse Norbu (AKA Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, one of Himalayan Buddhism's most revered lamas who made his feature directing debut with the monks-who-soccer sleeper THE CUP), this critical and box-office hit magnificently intertwines twin love stories for an enchanting, unforgettable film that is filled with heart, hope and humor. |
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Zen Noir by Marc RosenbushA unique and original blend of Buddhist philosophy, vaudevillian comedy and surrealist art film from filmmaker Marc Rosenbush, the award-winning ZEN NOIR follows a nameless detective as he investigates a mysterious death in a Buddhist temple. But his logical, left-brained crime-solving skills are useless in the intuitive, non-linear world of Zen, and he finds himself drawn into a deeper, stranger, more personal mystery... the mystery of death itself. Filmmaker Marc Rosenbush's work has been described as having a David Lynchian audio-visual vocabulary mixed with Woody Allen-esque comic rhythms. |