Crazy Wisdom

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This fascinating film profiles an unusual spiritual guru whose teachings inspired millions, even though his own behavior - smoking, sex, and drinking - seemed to contradict them. Featuring illuminating interviews with Rinpoche's followers, this film presents a balanced take on "the bad boy of Buddhism", tracing his inspiring rise and tragic fall.

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Release Date:	Nov 25, 2011
Running Time:	86 minutes
Country:	United States
Language:	English

synopsis

CRAZY WISDOM explores the arrival of Tibetan Buddhism in America through the story of Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, who shattered preconceived notions about how an enlightened teacher should behave. Initially rejected, his teachings are now recognized by western philosophers and spiritual leaders as authentic and profound. Featuring interviews with a range of colleagues including Allen Ginsberg, Ram Dass and Robert Thurman.