“Using a seamless mix of re-creations and fascinating true footage, this very even-tempered documentary takes its audience all the way through a saint’s life, from his first sensations in the womb to that moment in 1952 when, having recited a poem to a large crowd at the Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles, he exited his body just like that….In between those events he changed the Western world.” – From the Maui Film Festival
Bhakti Marga proudly presents the screening of the documentary film “Awake” on the life of Parahamahansa Yogananda. The screening will take place at venues in both Johannesburg and Durban. Please see below a brief overview of the documentary as well as the attached poster.
Awake: The Life of Yogananda” is an unconventional biography about the East Indian mystic who brought yoga and meditation to the West in the 1920s. Paramahansa Yogananda authored the spiritual classic “Autobiography of a Yogi” which has inspired millions of people worldwide as well as celebrities Steve Jobs and George Harrison to seek happiness within. By personalizing his own quest for enlightenment and sharing his struggles along the path, Yogananda made ancient Vedic teachings accessible to a modern audience. Known as the “Father of Yoga in the West,” he attracted countless followers in his day. Filmed over three years with the participation of 30 countries around the world, the documentary examines the world of yoga, modern and ancient, East and West, and explores why millions today have turned their attention inward, bucking the temptations of the material world in pursuit of Self-realization.
Please refer to the attached poster for for venue details, specific dates and how to purchase tickets for the screenings in Johannesburg. You may also purchase tickets by following this link: tickets.tixsa.
In Durban The iZulu Theatre, Sibaya, will be screening the documentary on the 2nd and 3rd of September at 19:30 for 20:00. For tickets please contact Sue on 0823752471 or Sally on 0746902257. For inquires please send an email to bhaktimargakzn@gmail.com or suenaidoo@mweb.co.za