The Hero's Journey: The World of Joseph Campbell

March. 22,1987      
Rating:
8.1
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One of the greatest storytellers of our time, and arguably the greatest mythologist, Joseph Campbell spent most of his long, rich career explaining how ancient myths like the Hero’s Journey are relevant to modern life. In understanding the importance of myth as a vital, vibrant source of "mankind’s one great story," Campbell inspired others to embark on a quest for the meaning of myth in their own lives. This biographical portrait, filmed shortly before his death in 1987, follows Campbell’s personal quest—a pathless journey of questioning, discovery, and ultimately of delight and joy in a life to which he said, "Yes."

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Reviews

ReaderKenka
1987/03/22

Let's be realistic.

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Mjeteconer
1987/03/23

Just perfect...

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XoWizIama
1987/03/24

Excellent adaptation.

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Jonah Abbott
1987/03/25

There's no way I can possibly love it entirely but I just think its ridiculously bad, but enjoyable at the same time.

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