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| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Length: | 1 h 42 min |
Description:
This compelling documentary explores the life and work of Gary Snyder, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and activist. A key figure in the 1955 San Francisco Six Gallery poetry reading – a defining event that launched the Beat Generation and the careers of Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac – Snyder’s story is central to this cultural shift. He later lived in Japan, studying Zen Buddhism and teaching. His time there profoundly shaped his writing, particularly his exploration of nature, spirituality, and interconnectedness. Snyder even inspired the character Japhy Ryder in Jack Kerouac's novel, *The Dharma Bums*. The documentary combines historical context, interviews with Snyder, and a detailed analysis of his poetry to offer a comprehensive portrait of this influential figure and his lasting impact on literature and spirituality.
| Alternative title: | O Mother Gaia: The World of Gary Snyder |
| Release year: | 2025 |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Colin Still |
| Type: | Movie |