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Alan Watts

Born January 6, 1915 · Chislehurst, Kent, England, UK

Died November 16, 1973 · aged 58

Alan Wilson Watts was a British philosopher, writer and speaker known for interpreting and popularising Buddhism, Taoism, and Hinduism for a Western audience. Born in Chislehurst, England, he moved to the United States in 1938 and began Zen training in New York. He received a master's degree in theology from Seabury-Western Theological Seminary and became an Episcopal priest in 1945. He left the m…

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EverythingEverything · 2017
Everything
★ 1.02017
MovieAnimation
It's a simulation of reality where you can see the world from everything's point of view - it's kind of a philosophy project in the form of a game. There is no narrative or story - just the world as it is. Everything: Gameplay Film is an overview of David O'Reilly video game of the same name, crafted as a short film with a narration by Alan Watts
Zen DogZen Dog · 2016
Zen Dog
★ 6.02016
MovieDrama
Trapped by daily routine, a man experiences complete freedom by dreaming himself across the country in a psychedelic Volkswagen with the guiding words of philosopher Alan Watts.
The Flow of ZenThe Flow of Zen · 1969
The Flow of Zen
1969
MovieDocumentary
Alan Watts illustrates in this elegant meditation on Buddhism the nature of reality using the paradigm of flowing water. It is one of his best. "The waters before and the waters after, now and forever flowing, follow each other." Watts conveys the essence of Buddhism by focusing on how to develop greater flexibility and sensitivity to the beauty that surrounds us. His inspired narration, enhanced by beautiful photography and a musical score by Iasos, ensures that his message will last.
Until There Was NothingUntil There Was Nothing · 2020
Until There Was Nothing
2020
Movie
A philosophical video and art exploration of the Earth's passage through a black hole.
The Great StreamThe Great Stream · 2024
The Great Stream
2024
MovieDrama
This short film takes place in a world that is moving way too fast, a world riddled with overwhelming anxiety and doubt regarding our meaning and belonging. Our protagonist struggles to cope with this all too familiar fate, and yearns to have the universe defined to him.
The Monkey ConflictThe Monkey Conflict · 2024
The Monkey Conflict
2024
MovieMystery
The Essential Lectures of Alan WattsThe Essential Lectures of Alan Watts · 1972
The Essential Lectures of Alan Watts
★ 10.01972
SeriesRealityTalk
The Essential Lectures of Alan Watts video series was recorded in 1971 above Muir Woods, California, and in 1972 aboard the ferryboat the SS Vallejo in Sausalito. Produced by his son Mark and directed by long-time archivist Henry Jacobs, the series explores core philosophical themes that spawned over Watts' career.
Eastern Wisdom and Modern LifeEastern Wisdom and Modern Life · 1959
Eastern Wisdom and Modern Life
1959
SeriesDocumentaryReality
Join Alan Watts in season one of On Eastern Wisdom & Modern Life. His inaugural season introduces and begins to break down our understanding of what is and what could be.

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