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I had read the book a while ago but finally saw the movie tonight. I found it immensely sanitized. A lot of the complexity of the book was whitewashed away. I think that makes the movie a different kind of story. Now it's a casual travelogue of a woman who learns about different cultures and sort of about herself. Maybe that's better, maybe that's worse.

I think one good thing is that this will introduce lots of people to the power of meditation. Meditation is talked about a fair amount in the movie, and the way it helps focus the mind is described. Characters are seen to meditate as a natural, normal part of their life - something they look forward to.

It of course helps that she's meditating in an absolutely gorgeous beach retreat smile

Did anyone else see it? What did they think of the meditation aspect of it?


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I found it a nice, peaceful movie that showcased lovely locations and different lifestyles. I wasn't expecting much complexity from it - it's rare that a movie can do a book right, given time/story compression issues. I liked the India section and found her experiences in the movie at least appealing. Maybe some people will be inspired to try meditation or a journey to India themselves.

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I agree completely Jill and feel in terms of mediation that the book was far les encouraging. That is, the movie did a far better job of portraying mediation as a wonderful thing to do - which is good!

Meditating in India or Bali would be lovely smile


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I can't wait to see the movie here in The Netherlands! We usually have a time lag ...

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Dear Susan -

That's interesting, it's all over cable TV now so I would have thought it would be out to you too!


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