A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki (2006)

The man who introduced Zen Buddhism to the West

Using rare archival footage and interviews with noted artists, philosophers, and scholars such as Huston Smith, this film examines the life and teachings of D.T. Suzuki, the celebrated Japanese religious philosopher who first brought Zen Buddhism to the West. This film explores Suzuki's travels in America, his teachings on satori (enlightenment) and other Buddhist concepts, his influence on Western art and psychology, and more.

Director: Michael Goldberg
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 77 min
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Screenplay

Music: Morgan Fisher
Editing: Munenori Ezaki
Production: International Videoworks
Country: Japan, United States of America, United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki about?
Using rare archival footage and interviews with noted artists, philosophers, and scholars such as Huston Smith, this film examines the life and teachings of D.T. Suzuki, the celebrated Japanese religious philosopher who first brought Zen Buddhism to the West. This film explores Suzuki's travels in America, his teachings on satori (enlightenment) and other Buddhist concepts, his influence on Western art and psychology, and more.
Who directed A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki?
A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki was directed by Michael Goldberg.
Who stars in A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki?
A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki stars D.T. Suzuki, Gary Snyder, Huston Smith, Mihoko Okamura, Albert Stunkard, Robert Aitken.
How long is A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki?
A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki has a runtime of 1h 17m (77 minutes).
What genre is A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki?
A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki is a Documentary film.
Where was A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki produced?
A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki was produced in Japan, United States of America, United Kingdom.