Movies and TvShows featuring "alternative-medicine" theme.
Private Practice follows the life of Dr. Addison Montgomery as she leaves Seattle Grace Hospital to join a private practice in Los Angeles. The show explores the medical cases and personal lives of the doctors, as well as the relationships and dynamics within the practice.
In 1985 Dallas, electrician Ron Woodroof is diagnosed with AIDS. He works around the system to help patients get the medication they need.
In this TV show, 'How to Change Your Mind (2022)', explores the profound effects of psychedelics on consciousness, addiction, depression, and transcendence. Through interviews, research studies, and personal accounts, it delves into how these substances can provide new insights into the nature of human suffering and offer potential treatments for mental health disorders. Join the journey of self-discovery and exploration of the mind through the lens of psychedelics.
Three friends attempt to save their mutual friend, who is diagnosed with cancer, by kidnapping him to force him to undergo chemotherapy. However, things take an unexpected turn when they explore alternative medical treatments.
Following the death of her brother, Sister Anna takes leave from her order to return home to help save her family business. Becoming a shrewd businesswoman and meeting a man whom she grows to love, puts her life in conflict with her religious vows. Now she must decide what is really important to her.
Ancient medical science told us our minds and bodies are one; so did philosophers of old. Now, modern science and new research are helping us to understand these connections. In Healing and the Mind, Bill Moyers talks with physicians, scientists, therapists and patients—people who are taking a new look at the meaning of sickness and health. In a five-part series of provocative interviews, he discusses their search for answers to perplexing questions: How do emotions translate into chemicals in our bodies? How do thoughts and feelings influence health? How can we collaborate with our bodies to encourage healing?
Gray's Anatomy is a dark comedy movie that follows the story of a man who embarks on an unconventional journey through the medical world. Through monologues, interviews, and performances, he sheds light on alternative medicine, tells captivating stories, and explores the dark side of healthcare. Based on a true story, this movie combines humor and storytelling to provide a unique perspective on the medical field.
A man documents his life journey through video diaries as he navigates the challenges of fatherhood, the loss of his pregnant wife to cancer, and his own terminal illness. Along the way, he explores themes of dysfunctional family dynamics, the afterlife, greed, and reconciliation.
Be Here Now is a heartfelt documentary that follows the journey of actor Andy Whitfield as he battles terminal cancer. The film delves into his personal struggles, his relationship with his family, and his determination to live in the present moment.
In The River, a dysfunctional family is faced with the challenges of infidelity, adultery, and extramarital affairs. As they navigate their way through the turmoil, they encounter a variety of characters and situations that test their relationships and sense of self. With a backdrop of a polluted river and a street market, the family struggles to find happiness and connection in a world filled with alienation and loneliness.
To keep her alternative business running, a middle-aged businesswoman resorts to an unusual solution that coincides with a series of mysterious disappearances in her hometown.
Heal is a documentary that explores the healing process and alternative medicine. It focuses on the power of the mind and how it can affect physical health. The film follows different individuals on their healing journeys, and includes interviews with spiritual teachers, scientists, and practitioners of alternative medicine. Through meditation, yoga, and other mind-altering techniques, people are able to tap into their own healing abilities and improve their overall well-being.
When the seven-year-old daughter of an architect falls ill with a rare but curable form of cancer, the family wants to give the child the best possible treatment. Unfortunately, they decide against chemotherapy in favor of a gentle natural remedy. When the hospital doctors notice that the child's condition is deteriorating, the necessary race against time can only begin once the parents are convinced of the effectiveness of conventional therapy.
Neurons to Nirvana is a documentary that delves into the potential therapeutic applications of psychedelic drugs such as LSD, MDMA, and ayahuasca. It explores the history of these drugs and the ongoing research on their benefits in treating various mental health conditions, challenging the stigma and misconceptions surrounding them. The film provides a compelling argument for the reevaluation of these drugs as potential medicines and highlights the alternative approaches they offer in the realm of mental health and well-being.
Health Reminder is a heartwarming animated short film that tells the story of a person struggling with various health issues. The film explores the importance of reminders and the impact they can have on one's well-being. Through vibrant animation and relatable characters, Health Reminder aims to educate and inspire viewers to take care of their health.
The Knowledge of Healing is a documentary that delves into the alternative healing methods used in Tibetan traditional medicine. It takes viewers on a journey to discover the art of healing through touch and the healing process itself. Through interviews with doctors and practitioners, the film provides insight into the power of traditional medicine and its impact on individuals and communities.
Best friends travel though Latin America meeting shamans, experimenting with plant medicines, and wondering about what makes a life well-lived when one of them might have half the time to live it.
Ferry owner Benjamin has a regular passenger, Chedeng, who is studying to become a midwife. Chedeng has a friend and neighbour, Maria, and without either of them knowing about it they both have a relationship with Benjamin. When Mary finds out she’s pregnant, things get difficult.
Salvia Divinorum is an often misunderstood and powerful psychedelic plant used by the Mazatec shamans in southern Mexico for centuries. This entheogen's mysteries are thoroughly explored, by Director Erin Wyche, from an American view point.