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Enlighten Us: The Rise and Fall of James Arthur Ray

2016 · ★ 6.3

The self-help industry is worth $11 billion a year. It’s an industry that captivates those seeking happiness, release from suffering and those longing for a path and a leader to follow. James Arthur Ray for many who followed him was that leader to guide his flock. But as the story unfolds, as told by Ray himself and also by his followers, we learn that that path was fraught with danger and perhaps even greater suffering.

What the Forest conceals

2023

CE QUE CACHE LA FORÊT (What the Forest conceals) explores the invisible inheritance we carry within us: that of the family unconscious passed down from generation to generation. Personalities as varied as psychologist Anne Ancelin Schützenberger, systemic therapist Bert Hellinger and artist Alexandro Jodorowsky have, each in their own way, revealed the existence of these unresolved stories that profoundly influence our lives. Today, epigenetic research confirms that trauma can mark our genome, and be passed on beyond those who experienced it. But how do these memories get inscribed in us? How can they be recognized, overcome and healed? Filmmaker Louis Mouchet shares his own journey through this deeply personal film. This process was nourished by : The making of and follow-up to the film La Constellation Jodorowsky, An introspective dive triggered by the death of his mother and the simultaneous birth of his first child, A powerful session with Romanian therapist Cristina Schmidt.

Now Something Is Slowly Changing

2019 · ★ 5.2

A bold documentary in a measured style about the modern-day quest for meaning and personal growth.

Kumaré

2012 · ★ 6.8

A documentary about a man who impersonates a wise Indian Guru and builds a following in Arizona. At the height of his popularity, the Guru Kumaré must reveal his true identity to his disciples and unveil his greatest teaching of all.

10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace

2001 · ★ 9

Bestselling author and lecturer Wayne W. Dyer has created this film, based on his thought-provoking book, for those of us who have chosen to consciously be on our life path. The ten “secrets” for success and inner peace presented here apply whether you’re just embarking on your path, are nearing the end of it, or are on the path in any way. Dr. Dyer urges you to view with an open heart. By doing so, you’ll learn to feel the peace of God that truly defines success. Dr. Dyer shares his view that we’re living in an age of spiritual deficiency. We have more than enough information in our society — it’s spirituality that’s lacking.

Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru

2016 · ★ 6.4

Granted unprecedented access, director Berlinger captures renowned life and business strategist Tony Robbins behind the scenes of his mega seminar Date with Destiny, pulling back the curtain on this life-altering and controversial event, the zealous participants and the man himself.

Snare

Ro, a brilliant but unraveling mycologist haunted by fears of cancer recurrence, becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle with her reckless ex and a new lover — one that spirals into obsession, body horror, and the decay of identity.

Self Helpless

2011

Four misguided friends head into the heart of Mexico in search of a great and all-knowing guru.

Saw 3D

2010 · ★ 6

As a deadly battle rages over Jigsaw's brutal legacy, a group of Jigsaw survivors gathers to seek the support of self-help guru and fellow survivor Bobby Dagen, a man whose own dark secrets unleash a new wave of terror.

School for Scoundrels

1960 · ★ 6.9

Hapless Henry Palfrey is patronised by his self-important chief clerk at work, ignored by restaurant waiters, conned by shady second-hand car salesmen, and, worst of all, endlessly wrong-footed by unspeakably rotten cad Raymond Delauney who has set his cap at April, new love of Palfrey's life. In desperation Henry enrolls at the College of Lifemanship to learn how to best such bounders and win the girl.

Self-Help

2025 · ★ 5.7

A young woman infiltrates a dangerous self-actualization community after her mother becomes entangled with its enigmatic leader.

Hermit Crab

Failing self-help author Harry Isabell's writer's block is exacerbated by meeting cult member Kal, whose only pastime is carefully crafting a circle of shoes. The two clash in their views of what causes fulfilment.