by Philip Groning · KARMA · DVD · EAN 8437008450124
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«El Gran Silencio» is the documentary movie by Philip Gröning about life in the Grande Chartreuse monastery, on a two-disc DVD released by Karma.
Filmmaker Philip Gröning obtained permission to shoot at the Grande Chartreuse, a monastery in the French Alps, and recorded the life of the Carthusian monks there. Without interviews or narration, the movie consists of images, sounds of the convent and the monks' chants, showing the order's prayer, work and silence.
German documentary, 164 minutes, limited special edition of 2 DVDs (region 2, PAL). The extra disc includes additional scenes, night office and liqueur production. Grand Jury Prize at Sundance.
A documentary for those who appreciate contemplative cinema, spirituality and monastic life.
