Richard Gere and Oren Moverman Present "Wisdom of Happiness"

"Wisdom of Happiness," a documentary featuring the Dalai Lama, emphasizes the possibility of finding happiness amidst chaos and uncertainty. The film, directed by Barbara Miller and Philip Delaquis, premiered at the Zurich Film Festival and has since been showcased at various international festivals, including the Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland, the Rio de Janeiro International Film Festival in Brazil, DocPoint – Helsinki Documentary Film Festival in Finland, and the Dharamshala International Film Festival in India.

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Richard Gere, an executive producer and long-time follower of Buddhism, has known the Dalai Lama for decades. He describes the film as “a bit of a corrective,” highlighting the Dalai Lama's teachings on human kindness and compassion, which he believes are particularly relevant in today's politically polarized climate. Oren Moverman, also an executive producer and Oscar-nominated writer, expressed his emotional response to the Dalai Lama's insights, despite humorously claiming to lack a spiritual life.

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The documentary has received an enthusiastic response from audiences, with sold-out screenings and large-scale virtual cinema offerings across North America. Gere and Moverman expressed their gratitude for the audience's engagement with the Dalai Lama's message of compassion and joy during challenging times. They noted that the film's success indicates a strong public desire for meaningful cinema.

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In a joint statement, Gere and Moverman remarked, “We are thrilled by the extraordinary response audiences are showing for Wisdom of Happiness... The sold-out screenings and extended engagements prove to us that audiences are hungry for this kind of meaningful cinema.” This sentiment reflects the film's resonance with viewers seeking solace and inspiration.

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS Continues Box Office Success with Sold-Out Screenings and Large-Scale Virtual Cinema Offerings

While the documentary has been well-received, some critics may argue that the portrayal of the Dalai Lama and his teachings could be overly idealistic, especially in the face of ongoing global conflicts. However, specific dissenting viewpoints were not highlighted in the sources.

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• “Happiness is still possible, even in the midst of chaos and uncertainty, the Dalai Lama asserts in the new documentary Wisdom of Happiness.” — Dalai Lama

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• “We're honored to share this offering with them.” — Richard Gere and Oren Moverman

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS Continues Box Office Success with Sold-Out Screenings and Large-Scale Virtual Cinema Offerings

Following its successful festival circuit and audience engagement, "Wisdom of Happiness" is expected to continue its theatrical run and virtual screenings, allowing more viewers to access the Dalai Lama's teachings and the film's message of hope and compassion.

WISDOM OF HAPPINESS Continues Box Office Success with Sold-Out Screenings and Large-Scale Virtual Cinema Offerings