The series presents the life of Saint Paisios and his family and records his path to monasticism. The shooting took place in places where Saint Paisios lived, such as Konitsa and Mount Athos, Greece.
What is happening today in European monasteries? Why do young people leave the “normal” world to devote their lives to spirituality? Let's embark on a journey to discover the sources of Europe and share the life of monastic communities from Ireland to Russia and from Greece to Germany.
This Is the Life is an American Christian television dramatic series. This anthology series aired in syndication from the 1950s through the 1980s. The series was originally produced by the Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod, and distributed by the International Lutheran Laymen's League. It spun off from an earlier series called The Fisher Family, with Nelson Leigh as Pastor Martin being the transitional character and in the same suburban town setting.
Land of Storms tells the story of a young and talented gay football player named Szabolcs, who leaves his life in Germany and returns to his rural hometown in Hungary. As he tries to find his place in the conservative and homophobic community, he is forced to confront his own insecurities and desires. Szabolcs forms a complicated relationship with Aron, a fellow football player, which becomes even more complicated when another man, Bernard, enters their lives. The film explores themes of identity, love, and the struggle for acceptance.
Man of God is a powerful biographical drama that tells the story of a priest who faces religious persecution and false accusations in the Ottoman Empire. Set in the late 19th and early 20th century, the film follows the priest's journey of faith, his unjust conviction, and his unwavering commitment to his beliefs.
In post-World War II Russia, a guilt-ridden man decides to seek forgiveness and redemption for his past actions in a Russian Orthodox monastery located on a remote island. As he immerses himself in the rituals and practices of the monastery, he grapples with his own guilt and the challenges of living a solitary life. Through prayer, iconography, and the guidance of a wise hermit, he learns to find peace and a sense of purpose.
Before the Rain is a movie set in war-torn Macedonia, exploring themes of love, violence, and social commentary. The story follows three interconnected parts, depicting the lives of various characters affected by the ethnic warfare in the Balkan region.
Traditions during Easter holidays in the remote village of Grešnica. The film was a research project of the newly opened Ethnological Museum to preserve the disappearing customs at least on film for future generations.
The "Good News" is a film dedicated to one of the main holidays of Orthodox Christians: the Annunciation of the Most Holy Theotokos. The main idea of this holiday is the beginning of the liberation of the human race from sins and eternal death, the joyful news about the upcoming birth of Jesus Christ. The film shows how people living in the remote Russian village are preparing for the Annunciation, marking the turning point of winter and the beginning of field work. Everyday details of the parish community life help to feel Russian Orthodox customs that have been formed for centuries.
Explore the profound influence of Orthodox Christianity on Serbian culture, history, and identity in this captivating documentary. From ancient monasteries to religious traditions, delve into the rich and enduring legacy of the Serbian Orthodox Church.
DEVOUT reveals an archaic utopia, a timeless spiritual sphere that is as beautiful and harsh as the mountain terrain of the Caucasus, tempting but unforgiving, a riddle like God and faith as mysterious as the human condition.
Where are you, Adam? is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the journey of individuals seeking meaning and spirituality in their lives. The film takes viewers on a captivating exploration of the struggles, doubts, and hopes of those embarking on this quest, highlighting the profound impact it has on their lives.
The film follows the lives of Peter and Paul: two characters in different eras - Peter in the 1980s and Paul nowdays. Peter looses his sister in an accident and is banished from his home. In the present time Paul's sister has cancer and is fighting for her life. The two story lines intertwine and find a way trough God's providence to serve each other for good.
The film is based on the events of the 4th International Orthodox Music Festival held in Moscow in February, 1992. The Festival featured not only such famous works as Rakhmaninov's "The All Night Service" and "Liturgy" but also the first performance of the latest interpretations of ancient Russian songs and the sensational first performance of Sviridov's cycle of "spiritual songs".
A story of spiritual resistance to physical political persecution. Set after the Russian revolution, when communist zealots hunt down everyone who will not forswear their Orthodox Catholic ways.
A critical and objective look back at Ukraine's tumultuous and tragic history, from its mythical founding in the 10th century to the Russian invasion in 2022.
This is a documentary about a renowned precentor and a church composer Irina Denissova who suddenly becomes a nun in the apex of her career. At the same time, this is a film about God's love towards man. It seemed that a tragedy had occurred: a family of two prominent musicians was ruined, and Irina was abandoned by her husband while struggling with a serious disease of her son.
The Patriarchate of Moscow and the POKROB Film Studio deliver to global Orthodoxy a documentary series of six episodes with a total duration of five hours on the holy life and work of Saint Paisios of Mount Athos.
Final entry in Adrian Țofei and Duru Yücel's trilogy which includes Be My Cat: A Film for Anne and We Put the World to Sleep.