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Wake Up! On the Road with a Zen Master (1992)

1992-04-27 · 55m · EN
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Zen Master Seung Sahn’s teaching documentary is a professional and entertaining film that captures his energy while presenting the core of his teaching. "Wake Up!" is not only a rare portrait of an unusual and provocative teacher, but also an introduction to Zen Buddhism today. The film was shot on location during a teaching trip in Europe by award-winning independent filmmaker Brad Anderson.

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What is Wake Up! On the Road with a Zen Master about?

Zen Master Seung Sahn’s teaching documentary is a professional and entertaining film that captures his energy while presenting the core of his teaching. "Wake Up!" is not only a rare portrait of an unusual and provocative teacher, but also an introduction to Zen Buddhism today. The film was shot on location during a teaching trip in Europe by award-winning independent filmmaker Brad Anderson.

How long is Wake Up! On the Road with a Zen Master?

Wake Up! On the Road with a Zen Master has a runtime of 55 minutes.