"Refuge" Film screening in Franklin, NY - Q&A w/ Director John Halpern & Lama Dragpa - Fri, Jan 10 - 7:00-8:30pm
Fri, Jan 10
|Franklin Free Library
Join us for a special screening of REFUGE (2006), a film that delves into the world of Buddhism through personal stories of spiritual transformation, meditation, and social engagement.
Time & Location
Jan 10, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Franklin Free Library, 334 Main St, Franklin, NY 13775, USA
About the event
"Featuring voices like the Dalai Lama, composer Philip Glass, and director Martin Scorsese, REFUGE explores the profound impact of Buddhism in the West, especially in times of global crisis.
With intimate reflections on themes such as self-discovery and interconnectivity, this documentary offers insight into the spiritual refuge many find in Buddhist practices. REFUGE also features the Ven. Khenpo Rinpoches from the local Tibetan Buddhist center near Walton: Padma Samye Ling.
Following the screening, stay for a Q&A with REFUGE director John Halpern of Delhi and Lama Pema Dragpa, from the Walton Buddhist center.
REFUGE Trailer (2.5 min)
