Mickey Lemle – MRQE

The Last Dalai Lama?

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

In his 1992 documentary “Compassion in Exile”, filmmaker Mickey Lemle created a groundbreaking portrait of the 14th Dalai Lama. His new film takes a fresh look at what is important for His Holiness, who is now in his 80s: the historic confrontation between Tibet and China; his influence in political, spiritual and educational spheres; his work with neuroscientists; and his personal feelings on aging, dying and whether he will be the last Dalai Lama. His impact on the West has grown over the 25 years since the earlier film, and we see some of his influence at work in classes and scientific studies. Artfully weaving interviews and accounts from family, friends and people he inspired, this film vibrantly conveys the Dalai Lamas humor, wisdom and compassion

Ram Dass, Fierce Grace

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

Once a symbol of ’60s counterculture and psychedelic drug use, Ram Dass has since become a renowned speaker and author on the topics of aging, spirituality, and overcoming the mistakes of the past. This documentary chronicles his journey from his affiliations with LSD advocate Timothy Leary to his endeavor to continue remaking himself after his stroke in 1997.

Hasten Slowly: The Journey of Sir Laurens van der Post

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 +0000

An hour-long documentary about author Laurens van der Post, whose autobiographical novel was the basis for the film “Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence” directed by Nagisa Oshima.