CINEMA NONDUALITE FILMS

The Film Series

Short films under five minutes will be screened at various times during the conference, while feature length films will be shown on Thursday, Friday and Sunday evening.

We are honored to be hosting the Bay Area premieres of the documentaries
The Quantum Activist
, With One Voice, and Who's Driving the Dream Bus?

Click here to purchase an individual ticket for the Sunday screenings
(8:00pm -11:30pm) for $10.

Wednesday, October 21, 2009


8:00pm-10:00pm
San Rafael Ballroom

Thursday, October 22, 2009 9:00 - 4:30

Friday, October 23, 2009

9:30pm - 11:30pm
Petaluma

Sunday, October 25, 2009
(open to the public, tickets available at the door for $10)

8:00pm - 9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Sausalito

8:00pm -9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Mill Valley

8:00pm -9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Corte Madera

8:00pm -9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Novato

8:00pm - 9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Larkspur

8:00pm - 9:30pm
9:45pm - 11:30pm
Petaluma

SHORT FILMS COLLECTION: FRIDAY - SATURDAY - SUNDAY

12.30-2.00pm
Petaluma


FEATURES

THE QUANTUM ACTIVIST
Directed by Ri Stewart & Renee Slade
(US 2009) Documentary

The Quantum Activist tells the story of a man who challenges us to rethink our very notions of existence and reality, with a force and scope not felt since Einstein. This film bridges the gap between God and Science. The work of Goswami, with stunning precision and without straying from the rigors of quantum mechanics, reveals the overarching unity inherent in the world’s major religions and mystical traditions.

Watch the trailer

Quantum Activist

WITH ONE VOICE
Executive Producer - Matthew Flickstein
(US 2009) 78 mins Documentary

With One Voice brings together mystics from fourteen different spiritual traditions to share their perspectives on the unifying truth that transcends all religions. In this seventy-eight minute documentary, these awakened teachers address profound questions about life and love, the existence of God, the path to spiritual awakening and the way to true peace in the world. Through their words and compelling presence, they ask us to look within our own hearts and listen deeply, so we too can join the conversation and speak With One Voice.

www.withonevoicedocumentary.org

Watch the trailer

WHO'S DRIVING THE DREAM BUS?
Directed by Boris & Claire Jänsch
(UK 2009) 99 mins Documentary

At some stage in our lives many of use will ask ourselves: Who am I? Why am I here? Why is there suffering? Is there life after death? and - ultimately - How can I find happiness or peace of mind? Through a series of interviews with eminent spiritual teachers, philosophers and writers, film makers Boris and Claire Jänsch examine these questions and take us on a personal exploration of what it means to be alive. Radical and deeply challenging documentary Who's Driving the Dreambus? ventures into the heart of the mystery of identity, flips the idea of spiritual endeavour on its head and speaks of a new possibility... one that is already staring us in the face. It reveals a message so profound, yet simple, that it might just end the search.

www.whosdrivingthedreambus.com

Watch the trailer

LEAP!
Directed by Isaac Allen & Chad Cameron
(US 2009) 89 mins Documentary

Filmmakers Isaac Allen & Chad Cameron set out to explore the ancient spiritual idea that our world is an illusion. As their journey deepened they were taken on a cosmic adventure to the source of reality itself, and through personal breakthroughs to more love, abundance and creativity than they thought possible. Along the path they made discoveries that will change your life profoundly for the better.

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BLUEPRINTS FOR AWAKENING
Directed by Premananda
(UK 2009) 92 mins Documentary

Blueprints for Awakening is for everyone who has an inner passion to know who they are and what they are doing here as a human being. It is for all who ask the question 'Who am I?' and for those who are looking for guidance on the teaching of Bhagavan Sri Ramana Maharshi to 'be as you are'. The film includes sixteen interviews and sets out important aspects of the teachings of the Masters in the extra, vital dimension of their energetic presence. Premananda's familiarity with them, combined with his many years of experience guiding spiritual seekers, create fascinating, lively interactions.

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THE LIVING MATRIX
Directed by Greg Becker (US 2009) 85 mins Documentary

The Living Matrix is the first film to present the work of scientists from around the world whose research questions the exclusive role of biochemistry and genetics and reveals that energy and information fields also control our health and wellbeing.

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YESTERDAY WAS A LIE 
Directed by James Kerwin
(US 2009) 89 mins Drama

A groundbreaking new noir film, Yesterday Was A Lie is a "fresh and stylish tale of intrigue and metaphysical darkness" (Ain't It Cool News). Hoyle, a girl with a sharp mind and a weakness for bourbon, finds herself on the trail of a reclusive genius. But her work takes a series of unforeseen twists as events around her grow increasingly fragmented... disconnected... surreal. Hoyle discovers that the most powerful force in the universe — the power to bend reality, the power to know the truth — lies within the depths of the human heart.

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TATVAMASI - YOU ARE THAT
Produced by Nitin & Dr Anitha
(India 2009) 87 mins Documentary

A biographical film on the Advaita Master Shree Nisargadatta Maharaj.

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CONSCIOUSNESS AND BEYOND
Directed by Maurizio & Zaya Benazzo
(US 2009) 110 mins Documentary

Neti Neti Films journeys to India to intimately capture the flavor of Nisargadatta Maharaj from the actual location where his teachings were first transmitted to the world. Through the eyes of the narrator, Dr, Stephen Wolinsky, Nisargadatta’s final and most profound teachings are presented in unique ways.

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SHORT CUT TO NIRVANA
Directed by Maurizio Benazzo and Nick Day
(US 2004) 85 mins Documentary

Short Cut to Nirvana is an award-winning documentary about the Kumbh Mela spiritual festival which takes place near Allahabad, India, every 12 years. The Kumbh Mela also happens to be the biggest gathering in history, attracting 70 million pilgrims! From this incredible event comes a powerful and uplifting message of harmony, unity and peace for all humanity.

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SHORT FILMS COLLECTION

WHERE SCIENCE AND BUDDHISM MEET
Directed by Gerald Panillo
(US 2009) 21 mins Documentary

A film on Emptiness, Interconnectivity and the Nature of Reality.


A Way to kNOW
Directed by Yanusz Gilecwicz
(US 2009) 11 mins Experimental/art

An experimental journey into the world of subconsiusnes mind, an inquiry into the present moment - NOW.


ENLIGHTENMENT FOR BEGINNERS
Directed by Louie Magiotto
(US) 13 mins Animation

An animated version of Chuck Hillig’s book on the quest for enlightenment.


RIVER OF WORDS
Directed by Helen Miller
(UK 2003)  11 mins Documentary

Rupert Spira is one of Britain's finest studio potters. The film takes its title from one of his tall bowls inscribed with a long, fragmented, meditative poem.

NON DUALITY
Directed by John Devitt
(The Netherlands 2009) 3 mins Experimental

A visual poem on nature, clouds, mountains and the unfolding beauty of the planet.


UBUNTU
A Global Oneness Project Film
(US 2009) 8 mins Documentary

Ubuntu, a traditional African philosophy, recognizes how we are inextricably bound in each other’s humanity.


THE LAND OWNS US
A Global Oneness Project Film
(US 2009) 6 mins Documentary

Bob Randall, a Yankunytjatjara elder and traditional owner of Uluru (Ayer's Rock), explains how the connectedness of every living thing to every other living thing is not just an idea but a way of living.

WORDS FROM THE KARMAPA
A Global Oneness Project Film
(US 2009) 5 mins Documentary

Tibetan Buddhist leader His Holiness the Seventeenth Gyalwang Karmapa describes how oneness begins as an internal experience.

 
   


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