The Tibetan Book of the Dead (DVD)
Directed by Barrie McLean
Ram Dass
Directed by Barrie McLean
Death is real, it comes without warning and it cannot be escaped. An ancient source of strength and guidance, The Tibetan Book of the Dead remains an essential teaching originating in the spiritual cultures of the Himalayas. Narrated by Leonard Cohen, this enlightening two-part series explores the sacred text and boldly visualizes the afterlife according to its profound wisdom.
Part 1: A Way of Life reveals the history of The Tibetan Book of the Dead and examines its traditional use in northern India, as well as its acceptance in Western hospices. Shot over a four-month period, the film contains footage of the rites and liturgies for a deceased Ladakhi elder and includes an interview with the Dalai Lama, who shares his views on the book's meaning and importance.
Part 2: The Great Liberation follows an old lama and his novice monk as they guide a Himalayan villager into the afterlife using readings from The Tibetan Book of the Dead. The soul's 49-day journey towards rebirth is envisioned through actual photography of rarely seen Buddhist rituals, interwoven with groundbreaking animation by internationally acclaimed filmmaker Ishu Patel.
"Leonard Cohen's narration, it must be said straight off, was perfect. No one else could have succeeded so brilliantly at calmly and richly presenting this series."
- Canadian Content
"The Tibetan Book of the Dead is a marvelous documentary creation. It is excellently written, and Leonard Cohen's narration suits the theme beautifully. The cinematography is breathtaking: snow-capped, mighty mountains pinpricked by isolated towns provide suitable images of insignificant humanity in a vast, lonely, and hostile universe. Yet this view is juxtaposed with a sensitive portrayal of Tibetan Buddhism's central tenet: To seek truth and practice compassion is the meaning and purpose of life. The characters of the lamas - filled with joy and compassion - imbue the film with the light of their eternal hopes for the world. This is a film that demands multiple viewing. Highly recommended."
- CM Magazine
To read more about Kino Lorber Edu's terms of use and ordering information,
visit Kino Lorber Edu.
Related Products
Country: U.S.
On the distant planet of Procyon III at a time far into the future, 10 year-old Peter Tracton is innocently trying to catch a pesky space bug when suddenly outlaw Space Raiders attacks the warehouse... More
Country: U.S., U.S.
Michael Alden is an amnesiac, who must discover his real identity before the operatives of a mysterious group locate him and kill him. The key to his past might be “Coronet Blue&rdquo... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S.
On the distant planet of Procyon III at a time far into the future, 10 year-old Peter Tracton is innocently trying to catch a pesky space bug when suddenly outlaw Space Raiders attacks the warehouse... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S.
John Bookman (Fred Williamson), a former hood who went on to become a big time football star, returns to his old turf when the gang he founded ends up killing his father. Bookman decides to round up... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France
Jean Reno stars as a veteran chef who faces off against his restaurant group’s new CEO. When management tries to sabotage Reno's Michelin star, he brings in a younger chef (Michaël Youn)... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France
Jean Reno stars as a veteran chef who faces off against his restaurant group’s new CEO. When management tries to sabotage Reno's Michelin star, he brings in a younger chef (Michaël Youn)... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France, U.K.
“The world’s greatest city laid bare!”, roars the tagline to LONDON?IN?THE?RAW (1964), a salacious documentary that tours the strip-clubs and underground dives of the still-swinging... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France, U.K., U.S.
THIS GIRL'S LIFE sees a young pornstar test the boundaries her world as her career strains her many relationships. More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France, U.K., U.S., U.K.
If you don't believe in God, but want to, where do you begin? Advertising guru Simon Cole sets out across America in search of a connection with God that has perplexed and eluded him throughout his... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France, U.K., U.S., U.K., U.S.
Brilliant Moon chronicles the life of the writer, poet, and meditation master Khyentse Rinpoche, one of Tibet's most revered 20th-century Buddhist teachers. Spiritual guide to His Holiness the Dalai... More
Country: U.S., U.S., U.S., U.S., France, France, U.K., U.S., U.K., U.S., Canada
Capturing the excitement of Spiritual Activism that is catalyzing the planet, FIERCE LIGHT illuminates the connection between spirituality and social change. Luminaries such as Alice Walker, John... More
Virginie Despentes and Coralie Trinh Thi’s shocking French thriller BAISE-MOI (2000) tells the story of two young w…' https://t.co/6uGGAbBRuZ'
RT' @NextBestPicture': NEVER GONNA SNOW AGAIN features a captivating performance from Alec Utgoff with hyper-focused direction from Malgorzat…
RT' @MoveableFest': Interview: Malgorzata Szumowzska and Michal Englert on Having a Light Touch in "Never Gonna Snow Again"' https://t.co/tx5d…'
RT' @katienconnell': Such a dream to interview Małgorzata Szumowska and Michał Englert (two of my fave filmmakers) about their latest film NE…
RT' @70sFilm': Finally being released on Blu-Ray by' @KinoLorber' Slow Dancing in the Big City (1978) #Avildsen Paul Sorvino & Anne Ditchburn…
RT' @DVDBeaver': Mitchell Leisen's "Arise, My Love" Blu-ray - Claudette Colbert / Ray Milland' @KinoLorber' US:' https://t.co/xLokQijOo3' CAN: ht…
RT' @DVDBeaver': Cecil B. DeMille's "Four Frightened People" Blu-ray - Claudette Colbert' @KinoLorber' US:' https://t.co/6vae4B0Twx' CAN: https:/…
RT' @BeNaturalMovie': We're so honored to be Emmy nominated for Outstanding Research: Documentary! Congrats to all the nominees! #Emmys #Em…
RT' @KLStudioClassic': Coming Soon on Blu-ray! TO HELL AND BACK (1955) Audie Murphy (Night Passage), the most decorated American soldier of…
RT' @IndieWire': Decades of Brazilian film legacy has potentially been destroyed by a fire that burned down the Brazilian Cinematheque. The f…
General Inquiries
333 W. 39th St., Ste. 503
New York, NY 10018
Tel. (800) 562-3330
Fax. (212) 714-0871
Press & Media
For publicity assistance and press inquiries please contact us by emailing dninh@kinolorber.com or calling 212-629-6880.
Educational
Please visit our educational site at www.KinoLorberEDU.com
For assistance with educational orders, please contact us at:
Phone:212-629-6880
Fax: 212-714-0871
email: edu@kinolorber.com
