Mythos
Overview
Mythos is a three-part documentary that consists of a series of lectures given by Joseph Campbell. Campbell conceived of the original lectures, filmed over the last six years of his life, as a summation of what he had learned about the human mythic impulse, in terms of psychology, ethnology and comparative mythology—what he called "the one great story of mankind."
Seasons
Season 1
Joseph Campbell: Mythos I – The Shaping of Our Mythic Tradition is an all-encompassing primer on the idea of myth and its emergence in ancient societies. In this fascinating lecture series, Campbell connects the core ideas necessary for understanding myth to the psychological insights of Carl Jung, exploring broad topics such as the formation of religion, gender roles, and societal evolution. Presented across five compelling segments, this volume lays the foundation for understanding myth's enduring role in our lives and introduces Western mythos through history, psychology, and biology, all through Campbell’s engaging and accessible style.
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Season 2
In Mythos II – The Shaping of the Eastern Tradition, Joseph Campbell explores the spiritual realms of the East, focusing on Hinduism and Buddhism. Through a series of engaging lectures, Campbell examines how myths evolve to reflect changing beliefs about nature, God, and life, delving into the core myths of the great Asian religions, the Buddha and enlightenment, the connections between East and West, Yoga and transcendence, and Kundalini yoga with the seven chakras. Presented in the final years of Campbell's life, this collection illuminates how Eastern traditions shape consciousness and spiritual understanding.
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Season 3
Mythos III: The Shaping of the Western Tradition presents Joseph Campbell's recorded talks from the final years of his life, in which he reflects on the great themes of Western myth, love, and the path of the heart. Hosted by Susan Sarandon, this features key lectures where Campbell shares insights on how myth shapes our understanding of life, explores the journey "beyond space and time," and delves into the interplay between pairs of opposites. Part of his legendary final speaking tour, Mythos III offers a culminating perspective on Campbell’s lifelong study of the Western imagination and spiritual tradition.
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