Thích Nhất Hạnh
Also Known As: Nguyễn Xuân Bảo, Thich Nhat Hanh
Biography: Thích Nhất Hạnh was a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk, teacher, author, poet and peace activist. He published more than 100 books, including more than 40 in English.
Department: Acting
Place of Birth: Thừa Thiên–Huế
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Deathday: January 22, 2022
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Merton: A Film Biography
Overview: In his lifetime, Thomas Merton was hailed as a prophet and censured for his outspoken social criticism. For nearly 27 years he was a monk of the austere Trappist order, where he became an eloquent spiritual writer and mystic as well as an anti-war advocate and witness to peace. Merton: A Film Biography provides the first comprehensive look at this remarkable 20th century religious philosopher who wrote, in addition to his immensely popular autobiography The Seven Storey Mountain, over 60 books on some of the most pressing social issues of our time, some of which are excerpted here. Merton offers an engaging profile of a man whose presence in the world touched millions of people and whose words and thoughts continue to have a profound impact and relevance today.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1984-01-01
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Touching Peace - An Evening with Thich Nhat Hanh
Overview: In Touching Peace, Thich Nhat Hanh expands the teachings on practicing the art of mindful living begun in the best-selling Being Peace by giving specific, practical instructions on extending our meditation practice into our daily lives.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1993-11-19
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A Cloud Never Dies
Overview: Weaving together original film and photographic archives, A CLOUD NEVER DIES tells the story of a humble young Vietnamese monk and poet whose wisdom and compassion were forged in the suffering of war. In the face of violence, fear, and discrimination, Thích Nhất Hạnh’s courageous path of engaged action reveals how insight, community, and a deep aspiration to serve the world can offer hope, peace, and a way forward for millions.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2022-04-02
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Mindful Movements: Gentle, Contemplative Exercises with the Monks and Nuns of Plum Village
Overview: Developed by Thích Nhất Hạnh himself, the exercises taught here combine simple stretching and graceful gestures with mindfulness meditation. Join Thich Nhat Hanh and Plum Village monk Brother Michael to explore ten unique movements. Practice them before or after sitting meditation anytime you have a few minutes to refresh your body and quiet your mind.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1998-01-01
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Peace Is Every Step
Overview: The influential life and powerful messages of Vietnamese Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh are explored in this biographical documentary. For more than 50 years, this amazing social activist has preached self-awareness and compassion for all living beings. Follow him as he travels through France and the United States—including a stop at the Vietnam War Memorial in Washington, D.C.—spreading peace by teaching mindfulness and forgiveness.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-12-13
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Steps of Mindfulness
Overview: Documentary following Zen-Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hahn
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: de
Release Date: 1998-05-01
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Mindfulness: Be Happy Now
Overview: Mindfulness is the art of simply being present. From Oprah to Phil Jackson to Anderson Cooper, it's an art practiced by some of the world's most successful people. Brought to the west by Zen Buddhist Monk Thich Nhat Hanh, who was once nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., mindfulness has recently gained mainstream popularity in both the media and in mental health treatment. This film features insights from Deepak Chopra, Thich Nhat Hanh, Sharon Stone, Oliver Stone, Cesar Milan, and many more. Watch it and learn how to embrace mindfulness in your own life!
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2015-11-10
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Walk with Me
Overview: Narrated by Benedict Cumberbatch, Walk With Me is a cinematic journey into the world of a monastic community who practice the art of mindfulness with Zen Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-05-11
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In Search of the Great Song
Overview: Filmmaker Michael Stillwater explores and celebrates the universal current pulsing through all forms of life through music and sound.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
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