Comments on: Part 4 – Tibet: “The Greatest Illuminations the World Has Ever Seen”

By: Loren Kidd

Loren Kidd — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:08:35 +0000

On Dec 14th 09 Denis’ talk at the New York Public Library was very inspiring. Oddly, on TV that evening was the movie “Lost Horizon”. I thought how weird, it was so attuned to what Denis had just said about their adventure – Marco Polo surely inspired that story. They will definitely succeed in their new book and film ventures, because they bring such a beautiful spirit to what they do.

By: Tim

Tim — Fri, 01 May 2009 15:17:09 +0000

You guys came to my school two days ago, and I have to say that you were undoubtedly the best speakers we’ve ever had. My class/school first were introduced to you by the movie on this site, but to see you both in person made the experience all the more real. Sure, after seeing the film I was moved by the intensity and length of the journey, but to be able to sit down and listen to you discuss these experiences just made everything more real. When you talked to us, you mentioned how your first movie was more focused on Marco Polo, while this one focuses more on you two. Although I do not doubt the merit of discussing the legendary merchant in detail, your story is powerful in its own right, even when removed from its ancient predecessor. Every time someone mentions Marco Polo from now on, I will be reminded immediately of your journey, simply because I am so awed by it. To hear you two talk was truly a privledge, and I hope that other schools allow their students to have that same opportunity.

By: meghan Martin

meghan Martin — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 02:33:54 +0000

I was lucky enough to get to meet you at the Green Acres assembly today. I am always inspired by individuals who travel so freely and get to know the people of the world… REALLY get to know them and not just get to know the resorts of the world. Thank you for sharing your journey with our kids and I will be sure to watch the whole footage as soon as I get a solid 2 hours to sit down relax to really enjoy the rest of the movie. I hope I run into you two again some day, if not, thanks again and (as my keychain says), “travel prayerfully carefully”.

By: Francis O'Donnell

Francis O'Donnell — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 02:09:41 +0000

In the long isolated and wind swept plateau of Tibet lies an enchanted valley, protected from the outside world for centuries by some of the highest mountian passes on earth. It is the kind of place that has inspired the myths and legends surrounding Shangri-la.
The snows of time cover the origins of much of tibetan ritual belief, but it was in the third century A.D. that Buddhism started it’s climb into tibet and met and mixed with Bon, a religion of animism which embues all things with mystical worth and majesty. Those long passed beginnings gave birth to the Losar Monlam Cham festival of today!

By: ray brettman

ray brettman — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:56:43 +0000

Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. Just watched your remarkable program on WYCC in Chicago. Given all your hardship, the part that makes me proudest of you guys is discerning, as you remarked, don’t believe your state department, (with respect to their best intents) there are great people everywhere. And I love hearing those east coast accents and specifically humor in the remotest reaches of the globe.

By: Will Wagoner

Will Wagoner — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 21:24:01 +0000

More! More! We want more writing! These posts add a wonderful complement to the film- I’ll order the book & video soon Magnificent. Hurculean. Awe-inspiring. Bravo indeed.

By: Marco and Victoria

Marco and Victoria — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 19:31:07 +0000

Hey guys, we add our names to the list of people that loved this. I particularly loved how you pointed out the fact that you weren’t from a museum, or a university or scholars.. it makes us feel like we can do it to. Why don’t you do a 12 program series on the whole thing – I’m sure you have enough footage for it! Are you doing any talks or slide presentations. Thanks again.

By: Dennis

Dennis — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:17:08 +0000

You did it! Congratulations on a venture that most wish for, but you both went out and did. The film is a great documentary. I enjoyed your honestly and down to earth interaction. The most appealing feature was your straightforward (lack of hype) story telling and how you found the common people, and out of the way places, so attractive. There’s a whole world out there waiting for anyone brave enough to go see it and you both brought that world into our living rooms. Thank YOU!

By: Phyllis

Phyllis — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 15:14:29 +0000

I saw your documentary last night on Channel 13 and loved it!

In 1980 I spent one year traveling through Europe and can relate to your desire to travel, sense of adventure and sadness when it suddenly ends.

I did not travel through war-ravaged countries as you did, nevertheless my trip certainly was a life-changing experience so I can’t even begin to imagine how your trip affected your life afterwards. What a fantastic, rewarding experience you have portrayed.It was most interesting to see the images of remote towns and villages which Americans do not have access to.

Anyway, thanks for sharing your amazing journey! Happy Travels!

By: paul Frenkel

paul Frenkel — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 02:51:04 +0000

Wonderful presentation and exciting trip. Reminds me of my travels to
Greenland, Pakistan, Turkey, Greece, Japan, China, Italy, Panama, etc.

Loved the PBS presentation and your so personal photography, just like I
am taking pictures.
My best to you and hope some day we meet in NY. I live in CT.
Paul