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Short abstract:

Set in the heart of Kathmandu’s Boudhanath, a vibrant Tibetan Buddhist community, this documentary takes you on a journey into the mysterious and powerful world of Chöd, a tantric practice that means “cutting.” Once a secret ritual known only to a few highly trained yogis, Chöd was created by a pioneering female practitioner and has, over the last 15 years, spread across Nepal, the U.S., and Europe. Now, this ancient practice is more accessible than ever. The film follows newly initiated Chöpas, expert monks, and a devoted yogi as they strive to cut through attachments to the self and reach the profound state of emptiness—or enlightenment. This is more than a documentary; it’s an invitation to immerse yourself in the transformative power of Chöd and witness the journey beyond the self.

Trailer: https://vimeo.com/617142104

Short bio:

Eduard holds a PhD in Visual Anthropology from the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology at the University of Manchester, where he specialized in the Tibetan Buddhist practice of Chöd. He is currently a Senior User Researcher at the Home Office, working within the Migration and Borders Technology Portfolio, where he focuses on understanding the needs and experiences of diverse users to help develop, shape and enhance government policies and services.

In addition to his work in government, Eduard has conducted research at institutions including the Scottish Government, University of Manchester, Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He is also an Honorary Lecturer at Queen Mary University of London in the Wolfson Institute of Population Health, where he teaches for to the MSc Global Public Health and Policy program.

This event is organized within the Group for Anthropological Research and Debates (GARD) hosted by the New Europe College.