Monastic Life01 Dec 2005 12:31 am
For the first time in its history, the Carthusian Order, founded in 1084 by St. Bruno, has allowed a filmaker inside the Grande Chartreuse, the mother house of the legendary Carthusian Order located in the French Alps. This site has information on the film, which contains a trailer and photos. The film contains few words and the only music is the monks plaintive chant. Be sure to watch the trailer - amazing! The title of the film is Into Great Silence.
The cloisters of The Grande Chartreuse
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December 2nd, 2005 at 5:38 am
I wonder how/where this film is showing?
December 4th, 2005 at 6:00 am
I emailed the film maker and questioned when it will arrive in the states. I also questioned when it will be available for sale on DVD. My guess?…it is likely the documentary will show in smaller offbeat movie theatres that show international films. Maybe I’m wrong.
I will share if and when the film maker replies to my questions.