Mission: Joy - plus conversation with Rebecca Marshall

This is a profound and jubilant exploration of the remarkable friendship between His Holiness the Dalai Lama and the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who died on 26th December 2021.

Inspired by the international bestseller The Book of Joy, the documentary welcomes viewers into intimate conversations between two men whose resistance against adversity has marked our modern history. Through rare archival footage and affecting animation, the documentary reflects upon their personal hardships as well as the burden both men carry as world leaders dedicated to bringing justice to and fighting authoritarianism in their communities. Their greatest defiance of all however, appears to be their ability to maintain a mischievous and playful spirit in the face of their circumstances.

‘MISSION: JOY - Finding Happiness in Troubled Times’ gives a window into the inner lives of these influential figures as they spend a week together laughing, sharing wisdom, and delighting in the rarity of spending time with a good friend.

Plus informal post-film conversation with Rebecca E Marshall.

Sunday morning screenings include a free cuppa and biscuits with your ticket.

This film is F-Rated. The F-Rating is applied to all films which are directed by women and/or written by women. Find out more about F-Rating.

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