Wisdom of Happiness: Dalai Lama on Inner Peace in the 21st Century

In this episode of Tibet Unfiltered, our host Geraldine Nordfeldt engages in a profound conversation with Barbara Miller, the director of the Dalai Lama’s new film "Wisdom of Happiness". The film, marking His Holiness's 90th birthday, offers a unique perspective on his teachings, focusing on themes of peace, compassion, and hope amidst global chaos. Miller shares insights into the film's creation, emphasising the importance of presenting the Dalai Lama's wisdom in a way that resonates with contemporary audiences, while also highlighting the challenges faced in securing his participation and the film's distribution due to political sensitivities surrounding Tibet.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tibet Unfiltered
00:29 The Wisdom of Happiness Film Overview
01:26 Interview with Director, Barbara Miller
02:57 Challenges in Securing the Dalai Lama's Participation
05:12 The Interview Experience with His Holiness
08:28 Archival Footage and Its Significance
12:20 Cinematography and Visual Storytelling
14:49 Richard Gere's Involvement in the Film
20:08 Film Distribution Challenges
21:17 Martin Scorsese's Banned Film
22:18 Political Pressures and Filmmaking
27:24 The Dalai Lama's Middle Way Approach
32:07 Humour and Humanity in His Holiness
33:10 The Universal Appeal of His Wisdom
36:43 Final Thoughts and Audience Takeaways

Producer: Sonam Gyeltshen
Host: Geraldine Nordfeldt
Location credit: Sonam Choedon

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