Into Great Silence
Friars & Film
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A discussion of Philip Gröning's 2007 documentary on the monks of the Grande Chartreuse. One of the most hidden religious communities in the world, they replied to his letter after 16 years, granting him 6 months access to film within cloister walls. Wait until the right contemplative mood to watch this film. Intro music: "Magne Pater" by Dominican Schola Cantorum.