Kultur Video can produce some mind-opening programs.

This program "Eastern Philosophy" (2002) in three parts is more of a survey as it does not have time to dive into the nitty-gritty of each religion or philosophy. However, we do get a different insight than in most of these productions. I am not sure how they chose the individual Philosophy Experts, but they pick people that quite clearly and succinctly can describe each of the philosophies put forward.

This is one presentation not to be overlooked. Because it is so packed with interesting information from interesting viewpoints it will be necessary to either watch this in small doses or rewatch to find out what you missed while you were thinking about what you did not miss.

The on-location footage, some being abstract, adds immensely to the experience. There is no noisy background music for the presenters to compete with.

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Examine the genesis of spiritual thought of historic nations in the Eastern Hemisphere, including China, Japan, and India. This philosophical journey focuses on the doctrines of Confucianism, Shinto, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, and Islam.

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