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The Challenge of Rudolf Steiner
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The Challenge of Rudolf Steiner

2011-02-25 · 195 min · Not rated

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Documentary that tells the story of Steiner’s remarkable life (1861-1925), as well as exploring the influence of his ideas and insights on a whole range of contemporary activities – education, agriculture, medicine, social and financial issues, and the arts. PART ONE describes Steiner’s childhood as the son of a humble railway official, growing up in the Austrian countryside, and his student years in Vienna towards the end of the 19th century. Hugely influenced by Goethe’s scientific writings, he was gradually able to reconcile the powerful spiritual experiences he had had since childhood with his interest in science and philosophy. PART TWO looks initially at the subject of reincarnation and karma, with film at a prison in South Wales, at Ruskin Mill in Gloucestershire – a college for disadvantaged youngsters. In the USA there are scenes at a biodynamic winery in California. Also featured are examples of Waldorf educational ideas being introduced into mainstream schooling.

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Directors
Jonathan Stedall
Production companies
Cupola Productions, Rudolf Steiner Film
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Jermey NaydlerJermey NaydlerSelf
Penny BaringPenny BaringSelf
Ben CherryBen CherrySelf
Richard TarnasRichard TarnasSelf
Torin FinserTorin FinserSelf
Dennis KlocekDennis KlocekSelf
Arthur ZojoncArthur ZojoncSelf
Peter SelgPeter SelgSelf
Margaretha SolstadMargaretha SolstadSelf
Robert McDermottRobert McDermottSelf

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