Mystic Fire Video, Inc
Overview
| Works: | 447 works in 843 publications in 1 language and 15,107 library holdings |
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| Genres: | Interviews Documentary films Documentary television programs Nonfiction films Educational films Experimental films Nonfiction television programs Historical films Drama Film adaptations |
| Roles: | Distributor, Producer |
| Classifications: | BL304, 291.13 |
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Most widely held works about
Inc Mystic Fire Video
Most widely held works by
Inc Mystic Fire Video
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth(
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2 editions published between 1988 and 2001 in English and held by 818 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bill Moyers and Joseph Campbell discuss the themes and roots of human myth which is seen as man's attempt to relate himself to the universe. Starting with various topics Campbell shows both how man creates his universe and is controlled by the myth he has created
2 editions published between 1988 and 2001 in English and held by 818 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bill Moyers and Joseph Campbell discuss the themes and roots of human myth which is seen as man's attempt to relate himself to the universe. Starting with various topics Campbell shows both how man creates his universe and is controlled by the myth he has created
Maya Deren : experimental films by
Maya Deren(
Visual
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13 editions published between 1986 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 659 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 short films by surrealist Russian-American filmmaker Maya Deren, the "Mother of the trance film", that evoke and exemplify the American avant-garde film movement of the 1940s and 1950s, studying identity, movement, and freedom
13 editions published between 1986 and 2008 in English and No Linguistic content and held by 659 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
6 short films by surrealist Russian-American filmmaker Maya Deren, the "Mother of the trance film", that evoke and exemplify the American avant-garde film movement of the 1940s and 1950s, studying identity, movement, and freedom
Divine horsemen : the living gods of Haiti by
Maya Deren(
Visual
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20 editions published between 1985 and 2019 in English and held by 571 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Documentary of the Voudoun religions of Haiti. Presents rituals performed by the Rada, Petro, and Congo cults, whose devotees commune with cosmic powers through invocations, sacrifices, and possession
20 editions published between 1985 and 2019 in English and held by 571 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Documentary of the Voudoun religions of Haiti. Presents rituals performed by the Rada, Petro, and Congo cults, whose devotees commune with cosmic powers through invocations, sacrifices, and possession
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth : with Bill Moyers by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
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3 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A series of interviews by Bill Moyers with the renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell. They explore how the experience and meaning of life (birth, coming of age, marriage, faith, aging, and death) have been embodied in folklore, mythology, and religion through history
3 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 477 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A series of interviews by Bill Moyers with the renowned mythologist Joseph Campbell. They explore how the experience and meaning of life (birth, coming of age, marriage, faith, aging, and death) have been embodied in folklore, mythology, and religion through history
The Four Noble Truths by
Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho(
Visual
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6 editions published between 1997 and 2006 in English and held by 356 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
People possess an innate desire to seek happiness and to overcome suffering. The reason why Buddha emphasized the development of a profound insight into the nature of suffering is because there is an alternative, there is a way out, there is a possiblity of freedom from that suffering
6 editions published between 1997 and 2006 in English and held by 356 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
People possess an innate desire to seek happiness and to overcome suffering. The reason why Buddha emphasized the development of a profound insight into the nature of suffering is because there is an alternative, there is a way out, there is a possiblity of freedom from that suffering
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
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8 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Long before medieval knights charged off to slay dragons, tales of heroic adventures were an integral part of all world cultures. Campbell challenges everyone to see the presence of a heroic journey in his or her own life"--Container
8 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 348 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Long before medieval knights charged off to slay dragons, tales of heroic adventures were an integral part of all world cultures. Campbell challenges everyone to see the presence of a heroic journey in his or her own life"--Container
Muslims : an in-depth look at what it means to be a Muslim in the 21st century(
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4 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 295 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This program looks closely at what it means to be a Muslim in the 21st century. Filmed in Egypt, Malaysia, Iran, Turkey, Nigeria and the United States, Muslims explores the influence of culture and politics on religion, and provides a deeper understanding of the political forces at work among Muslims around the world. The program emphasizes Islam's kinship with Christianity and Judaism and looks at diverse interpretations of Islam among the Muslim people
4 editions published in 2002 in English and held by 295 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
This program looks closely at what it means to be a Muslim in the 21st century. Filmed in Egypt, Malaysia, Iran, Turkey, Nigeria and the United States, Muslims explores the influence of culture and politics on religion, and provides a deeper understanding of the political forces at work among Muslims around the world. The program emphasizes Islam's kinship with Christianity and Judaism and looks at diverse interpretations of Islam among the Muslim people
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
)
6 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 282 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell compares the creation stories in Genesis with creation stories from around the world. Because the world changes, religion has to be transformed and new mythologies created. People today are stuck with old metaphors and myths that don't fit their needs"--Cassette container
6 editions published between 1988 and 1991 in English and held by 282 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell compares the creation stories in Genesis with creation stories from around the world. Because the world changes, religion has to be transformed and new mythologies created. People today are stuck with old metaphors and myths that don't fit their needs"--Cassette container
A Gathering of men by
Bill D Moyers(
Visual
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4 editions published between 1990 and 1991 in English and held by 239 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bill Moyers interviews Robert Bly about the confusion men feel today about their roles in society and in their inner lives. Alternates between this interview and a workshop in which Robert Bly leads a group of 100 men into a deeper understanding of their own grief
4 editions published between 1990 and 1991 in English and held by 239 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Bill Moyers interviews Robert Bly about the confusion men feel today about their roles in society and in their inner lives. Alternates between this interview and a workshop in which Robert Bly leads a group of 100 men into a deeper understanding of their own grief
Ulysses by
James Joyce(
Visual
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5 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A day in the life of Leopold Bloom, whose odyssey through the streets of turn-of-the-century Dublin leads him through trials that parallel those of Ulysses on his epic journey home
5 editions published between 1967 and 2018 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
A day in the life of Leopold Bloom, whose odyssey through the streets of turn-of-the-century Dublin leads him through trials that parallel those of Ulysses on his epic journey home
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
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3 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell discusses the importance of accepting death as rebirth as in the myth of the buffalo and the story of Christ, the rite of passage in primitive societies, the role of mystical Shamans, and the decline of ritual in today's society "--Container
3 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 234 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell discusses the importance of accepting death as rebirth as in the myth of the buffalo and the story of Christ, the rite of passage in primitive societies, the role of mystical Shamans, and the decline of ritual in today's society "--Container
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
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3 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 228 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell discusses the role of sacrifice in myth, which symbolizes the necessity for rebirth. He also talks about the significance of sacrifice -- in particular, a mother's sacrifice for her child, and the sacrifice to the relationship in marriage -- and stresses the need for every one of us to find our sacred place in the midst of today's fast-paced, technological world"--Container
3 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 228 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell discusses the role of sacrifice in myth, which symbolizes the necessity for rebirth. He also talks about the significance of sacrifice -- in particular, a mother's sacrifice for her child, and the sacrifice to the relationship in marriage -- and stresses the need for every one of us to find our sacred place in the midst of today's fast-paced, technological world"--Container
Joseph Campbell and the power of myth by
Joseph Campbell(
Visual
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2 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 225 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell talks about romantic love, beginning with the 12th century troubadours, and addresses questions about the image of woman -- as goddess, virgin and Mother Earth"--Container
2 editions published between 1988 and 1990 in English and held by 225 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"Campbell talks about romantic love, beginning with the 12th century troubadours, and addresses questions about the image of woman -- as goddess, virgin and Mother Earth"--Container
Beyond hate(
Visual
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1 edition published in 1991 in English and held by 218 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Through the experiences of world figures, gang leaders, and young people trying to cope with violence in their lives, Beyond hate chronicles the impact of hate on its victims, and probes its many dimensions. Moyers listens to those gripped by hatred and those victimized by it. He also focuses on individuals and groups who are working to move beyond hatred to achieve tolerance and acceptance
1 edition published in 1991 in English and held by 218 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Through the experiences of world figures, gang leaders, and young people trying to cope with violence in their lives, Beyond hate chronicles the impact of hate on its victims, and probes its many dimensions. Moyers listens to those gripped by hatred and those victimized by it. He also focuses on individuals and groups who are working to move beyond hatred to achieve tolerance and acceptance
Painters painting by
Emile De Antonio(
Visual
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7 editions published between 1972 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 204 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Emile de Antonio cultivó cercana amistad con muchos de los pintores de la ciudad de Nueva York que luego se convirtieron en celebridades. Él los filmó y entrevistó de manera informal en sus estudios privados. Entre los artistas grabados y entrevistados están Willem de Kooning, Andy Warhol, Robert Motherwell, Barnett Newman, Jules Olitski, Frank Stella, Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Helen Frankenthaler, Kenneth Noland, Larry Poons, Phillip Pavia, yd Hans Hoffman
7 editions published between 1972 and 2008 in English and Undetermined and held by 204 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Emile de Antonio cultivó cercana amistad con muchos de los pintores de la ciudad de Nueva York que luego se convirtieron en celebridades. Él los filmó y entrevistó de manera informal en sus estudios privados. Entre los artistas grabados y entrevistados están Willem de Kooning, Andy Warhol, Robert Motherwell, Barnett Newman, Jules Olitski, Frank Stella, Robert Rauschenberg, Jasper Johns, Helen Frankenthaler, Kenneth Noland, Larry Poons, Phillip Pavia, yd Hans Hoffman
The Balcony by
Édouard Manet(
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9 editions published between 1963 and 2000 in English and held by 199 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Madame Irma runs a brothel of illusion where ordinary people play out their dreams, while outside a revolution is in progress. The police chief sees the brothel as a rallying point against the revolution, while at the same time the leader of the revolution seeks refuge in the brothel, posing as the police chief
9 editions published between 1963 and 2000 in English and held by 199 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Madame Irma runs a brothel of illusion where ordinary people play out their dreams, while outside a revolution is in progress. The police chief sees the brothel as a rallying point against the revolution, while at the same time the leader of the revolution seeks refuge in the brothel, posing as the police chief
Men & women : talking together by
Deborah Tannen(
Visual
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3 editions published between 1993 and 2006 in English and held by 177 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents two of the most popular and exciting people at the forefront of men's and women's issues, talking to each other about gender and styles. Each brings an informed perspective on how men and women approach each other and conversation itself. Bly and Tannen agree that it is crucial to describe both the differences and similarities, so that men and women can respect each other, and in the process, present a model of how that is done
3 editions published between 1993 and 2006 in English and held by 177 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Presents two of the most popular and exciting people at the forefront of men's and women's issues, talking to each other about gender and styles. Each brings an informed perspective on how men and women approach each other and conversation itself. Bly and Tannen agree that it is crucial to describe both the differences and similarities, so that men and women can respect each other, and in the process, present a model of how that is done
The empty space(
Visual
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4 editions published between 1994 and 2016 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Peter Brook created the International Centre of Theatre Research in Paris in 1970. In the autumn of 1973, the Centre conducted a five week work period at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, performing and giving demonstrations of exercises, in which
4 editions published between 1994 and 2016 in English and held by 176 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Peter Brook created the International Centre of Theatre Research in Paris in 1970. In the autumn of 1973, the Centre conducted a five week work period at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, performing and giving demonstrations of exercises, in which
Greek fire(
Visual
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10 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in English and held by 174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"A series of ten half-hour video essays that explore the pervasive effect of ancient Greece on our lives today"--Publisher's brochure
10 editions published between 1989 and 1991 in English and held by 174 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
"A series of ten half-hour video essays that explore the pervasive effect of ancient Greece on our lives today"--Publisher's brochure
Maya Deren : collected experimental films by
Maya Deren(
Visual
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8 editions published between 1959 and 1990 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examples of Maya Deren's work evoke and exemplify the American avant-garde film movement of the 1940s and 1950s
8 editions published between 1959 and 1990 in English and held by 166 WorldCat member libraries worldwide
Examples of Maya Deren's work evoke and exemplify the American avant-garde film movement of the 1940s and 1950s
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- Moyers, Bill D. Author Interviewer
- Public Affairs Television (Firm)
- Campbell, Joseph 1904-1987 Interviewee
- Tatge, Catherine Production personnel
- Alvin H. Perlmutter, Inc
- Apostrophe S Productions
- WNET (Television station : New York, N.Y.)
- WTTW (Television station : Chicago, Ill.)
- Public Broadcasting Service (U.S.)
- Rochlin, Sheldon Production personnel Producer Director Cinematographer
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Abstract expressionism Artists Avant-garde (Aesthetics) Bly, Robert Campbell, Joseph, Civilization Cults Culture Dance Deren, Maya Doppelgängers Dreams Emotions Equality Experience (Religion) Four Noble Truths Haiti Hate Hate crimes Heroes Hostility (Psychology) Ireland--Dublin Islam Islamic countries Kongo (African people)--Rites and ceremonies Martial arts Masculinity Men Men--Psychology Muslims Myth Mythology Mythology in motion pictures New York (State)--New York Painting, American Painting, Modern Prejudices Religion Religion historians Religion in motion pictures Revelation Rites and ceremonies Sex discrimination Sexism Social structure Travel United States Vodou Vodou--Rituals Yoruba (African people)--Rites and ceremonies
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