2006, USA, 85 minutes
Now on DVD

Review by Carl Schroeder

You've no doubt heard the name, perhaps even enjoyed some of the many books and movies about him (some by him). The 14th Dalai Lama is a humble superstar of both spiritual and political worlds, and this exceptional documentary will show you why. While on assignment in India, director Rick Ray dared to schedule a forty-five minute, ten question meeting with His Holiness, who does not suffer fools well and is known for falling asleep during ceremonies and abruptly dismissing sycophants. Confident as a seasoned multi-cultural documentarian, Ray not only collected 10 good questions for the exiled Tibetan leader (who now resides in Indian Dharamsala just over the border from the Himalayas), he has researched and assembled this lovingly crafted film which exceeds titular expectations. And since the West has been so titillated in recent years by Buddhism, this fine film stands a chance to be seen here (it would be illegal in China, along with reincarnating with a government permit – but more on that later).

by Leonard Jacobson
Review by Will Arntz

I create my reality. I manifest the future into which I will become. What I hold true in my mind, become the circumstances of my life.

These thoughts are fairly common in spiritual circles. Of course a big part of What the BLEEP was examining the creating reality part that each of us do. To not know you do create your life is to be a victim. Taking a hand in the creation is empowering. But then what?

by Gay Hendricks
Book Review by Cate Montana

When you review books for a living, they come in the mail like iron filings drawn to a magnet.