New Age & Metaphysics

Leading spiritual author and speaker Deepak Chopra leads the viewer on a quest for overall personal success. Based on his best-selling book of the same name, The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success breaks down Chopra's teachings into seven basic spiritual principles. The ideas presented bring together Eastern mysticism (such as "kharma" -- one's destiny -- and "dharma" -- the joy in being) and Western principles (such as "pure potentiality" -- everything is available to us -- and "the law of least effort" -- going with the flow). By applying these principles of cosmic alignment to all aspects of personal life, the viewer may develop fulfilling relationships and find the transition to financial success along the way.

~ Sarah Block, All Movie Guide

Part narrative, part documentary, and part animation, What the #$*! Do We Know?! was filmed with the intent of expressing the neurological processes and so called "quantum uncertainty" of life. With the help of a directorial triumvirate consisting of Betsy Chasse, William Arntz, and Mark Vicente, Marlee Matlin stars as Amanda, whose uninspired daily routine is abruptly altered into a chaotic, Alice in Wonderland-style reality, complete with quirky characters and wildly different perspectives on life. As Amanda falls deeper into the experience, she's forced to drastically reconsider her perceptions of interpersonal relationships, men, and the fundamental principles of life. What the #$*! Do We Know?! is supplemented by a host of mystics and scientists, who are interviewed intermittently throughout the film for their wisdom and knowledge concerning religion, science, the thin line between them, and the consequences of blurring that line. ~ Tracie Cooper, All Movie Guide

The directorial debut of Diane Keaton, the eccentric 1987 documentary Heaven is a free-flowing examination of the images people hold of the afterlife. Rather than taking a historical or narrative approach, the film is built out of numerous segments, each of which centers around a single question: from the general "Are You Afraid to Die?" and "What is Heaven?" to more provocative queries such as "What is God Like?" and "Is There Sex in Heaven?". The bulk of the film consists of expressively lit interviews, about these questions, with a wide variety of individuals. The film searches out people of extremely different backgrounds, from elderly men and women to punkish teenagers. Religious beliefs represented range from intensely fundamentalist Christian preachers to New Age practitioners with a far more non-traditional image of heaven. These interviews are broken up by montages of stock footage, which present images of death and heaven as represented in classic (and not-so-classic) cinema and television. ~ Judd Blaise, All Movie Guide

Prepare to gain a deeper understanding of the physical and spiritual nature of human existence as longtime astrologer Rick Levine demonstrates the profound effect of the cosmic cycles on both a personal and more universal level. With the assistance of computer animation to better illustrate his points, host Levine offers both insight into the flow of time and how planetary movement can be utilized in the mapping of time itself. A study in the relation between astrology and quantum physics illustrates the new direction in which the ancient practice of astrology is headed, and offers a compelling look at the role that it plays in a high energy-era of constant movement and change. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Two worlds come together with The Artist and the Shaman, a true story of an artist (Paul Davids) searching for spiritual meaning with the help of a Native American Shaman after the death of his father, Professor Jules Davids forces him to come to terms with his own artistic merit. Set in the sacred land of the Sedona Valley, the film explores this unique father and son relationship while delving into reincarnation and the source of creativity through age-old tribal healing methods. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, All Movie Guide

In this video, legendary metaphysician Carlos Castaneda introduces viewers to the ancient Mayan idea of magical passes. Ancient Mayans believed that the postures and movements drawn through dreams were in fact passes to the spirit world that offered substantial insight. In this video, Castaneda explains how to use dreamt movements to strengthen concentration and overall awareness. Also included are discussions with Mayan elders. ~ Rob Ferrier, All Movie Guide

Chicken Soup for the Soul: Volume 6 features a series of stories taken from the pages of the popular series of inspirational books. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Ring in the holidays with a special celebration of family and faith as host Michael Tucker leads viewers on a heartwarming look at generosity, charity, and good will over the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. These are the stories that entertained and affected viewers across the country, and with seven stories for each holiday, there's sure to be something inspirational for everyone. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Join neo-classical pianist Dave Eggar as he takes the stage to present thirteen original songs from his debut album Serenity in this Cocoro Sounds release. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Hosted by Eckhart Tolle, this self help-video features the best-selling author explaining his new-age philosophy. His program posits that the human race will grow when we can purge ourselves of fear and selfishness. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Practitioners of Feng Shui claim that by carefully arranging their living environment they keep their minds and body open to the natural energy that surrounds them. If you've been curious to find out more about Feng Shui but intimidated by the complex rules that surround the mysterious Chinese practice, join host Katherine Anne Lewis as she demystifies the concept of Fung Shui and teaches viewers how to get the most out of their surroundings. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Ecstatic dance is an ancient spiritual practice based on body movements which had been all but forgotten in modern times until a teacher at the Esalen Institute began experimenting with it 35 years ago. That teacher, Gabrielle Roth, is recognized worldwide today for helping to re-create what the New York Post has called a "map for the entire creative process." The third video of Roth's "Wave" series introduces viewers to the high-velocity dance called the "Power Wave," designed to get the psyche moving while inspiring spontaneous states of creative, intuitive energy. ~ Kathryn Tamms, All Movie Guide