Rest In Peace, Bruno Ganz. He played an angel ready for new experiences in Wim Wender’s 1987 film, Wings of Desire (Der Himmel uber Berlin). This film was a turning point for me, as it shows grace through presence, silence, movement, gesture and awareness. It taught me an undemanding spirituality, one that made sense to me. A poetic, lyrical, … [Read more...]
Anecdotes and Experiences
Starting this Tuesday (August 26th, 2014), the singer Kate Bush is presenting 22 concerts in London, her first shows since 1979. A few days ago, she issued the following statement: "I have a request for all of you who are coming to the shows : We have purposefully chosen an intimate theatre setting rather than a large venue or stadium. It would … [Read more...]
About Time and Change
I saw the charming film About Time and was amazed by the high level of sensitivity the filmmaker sustained. The film is about being present and experiencing the richness of life as it happens, rather than in reflection (or not at all). It also contains a great example of how change happens. The basic plot revolves around a young man who can … [Read more...]