Two films exploring the life and beliefs of Buddhist monks in the Himalayan regions made for the Indian BhakTV.
Alms Bowls to Newcastle
A look at Aruna Ratanagiri monastery in Harnham, northern England in the late 80s, under the leadership at that time of Ajahn Pabhakaro.
Little Buddha
A film about the finding of a reincarnated Tibetan Lama, along with a retelling of the Buddha story.
The Buddha comes to Sussex
A look at the foundation of the Thai Forest Tradition in England by Ajahn Chah in 1979 (English with Thai subtitles).
Pilgrimage to Koyasan
A look at the pilgrimage to mount Koya in Japan, the headquarters of the Shingon (Vajrayana) sect of Buddhism.
The Mindful Way
Ancient India From the Indus Valley Civilisation to Mughal Imperialism
Blue Eyes in Saffron Robes
A very interesting film from 1979 looking at Western monks living in Thailand, including some who went on to become famous.
