Finding Joe

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Finding Joe

2011

1h 23m

Documentary

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Deepak Chopra, Mick Fleetwood, Rashida Jones and others discuss how mythologist Joseph Campbell's work continues to influence our culture.

Richard Nilsen

Arizona Republic

Oct 20, 2011

1/5

The bottom line for all these speakers is that if you follow the so-called hero's journey, you will find fame and fortune. I think we've heard this tune before.

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Walter V. Addiego

San Francisco Chronicle

Oct 13, 2011

2/4

Campbell's admirers will probably enjoy the documentary, but I don't think it will do much for anyone else.

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Dennis Harvey

Variety

Oct 4, 2011

Campbell's career and influence encompass much wider fields of interest than are considered here, despite the pic's colorful surface.

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Kelly Vance

East Bay Express

Oct 14, 2011

Useful and arguably illuminating documentary introduction to the work of Joseph Campbell.

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Eric Monder

Film Journal International

Sep 30, 2011

Earnest attempt to introduce Joseph Campbell's philosophy looks and feels like an infomercial.

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Fr. Chris Carpenter

Movie Dearest

Sep 30, 2011

B

Nicely shot and edited but generally employs a standard "talking heads" approach and lectures more than it engages. It is strongest whenever it quotes (Joseph) Campbell directly.

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Aug 2, 2020

Low budget feel, but a rare gem! A modern and relatable take on the Hero's Journey. Those going through a personal or spiritual transformation may relate. Also recommended for anyone interested in depth psychology, mythology, personal growth, or those looking to make sense of the non-linear path to healing and transformation. Truly inspirational.

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May 8, 2017

So much wisdom! Inspirational. Amazing.

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May 5, 2017

This movie will change your life. Again and again. Or, better put- it will enable you to change your own life by following your calling. Be the person you were meant to be by following your own path. Patrick & the cast do an incredible job of telling the story while inspiring others. Critics missed the boat on this one, big time.

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Apr 27, 2017

This movie rocked. What's really powerful about it is that it's a "compass document" for how to use the framework of The Hero's Journey to navigate your own life adventures. If you feel like some powerful "other life" is beckoning you to be bigger than who you know your self to be, this is the movie for you to support you in giving language to that ambition. If you want to play it safe, or feel good about how you sold out years ago on a chance to be something more than just a critic or a hater, than you're probably going to hate this movie and give it a bad review.

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Apr 23, 2016

Not a particularly well-made documentary, but the power of the philosophies of Joseph Campbell keep it afloat and engaging to watch... once.

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Aug 19, 2015

This is the worst film ever on what may be the most interesting topic - mythology, stories and Joseph Campbell. The Joseph Campbell Foundation is a good place to find information about Campbell's teachings and lectures without seeing a film full of lame motivational talks, horrible music and an overall bs. The people or group that funded this film must be complete idiots or were conned into this.

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Patrick Takaya Solomon

Director

Patrick Takaya Solomon

Screenwriter

Kate Churchill

Producer

Patrick Solomon

Executive Producer

Patricia Frazier

Executive Producer

Ezra Migel

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Synopsis

Deepak Chopra, Mick Fleetwood, Rashida Jones and others discuss how mythologist Joseph Campbell's work continues to influence our culture.

Director: Patrick Takaya Solomon
Producer: Kate Churchill
Screenwriter: Patrick Takaya Solomon
Distributor: Balcony Releasing
Production Co: Pat and Pat Productions
Genre: Documentary
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Sep 30, 2011, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Mar 8, 2017
Box Office (Gross USA): $55.5K
Runtime: 1h 23m

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