The Challenge of Rudolf Steiner

Overview

Documentary that tells the story of Steiner’s remarkable life (1861-1925), as well as exploring the influence of his ideas and insights on a whole range of contemporary activities – education, agriculture, medicine, social and financial issues, and the arts. PART ONE describes Steiner’s childhood as the son of a humble railway official, growing up in the Austrian countryside, and his student years in Vienna towards the end of the 19th century. Hugely influenced by Goethe’s scientific writings, he was gradually able to reconcile the powerful spiritual experiences he had had since childhood with his interest in science and philosophy. PART TWO looks initially at the subject of reincarnation and karma, with film at a prison in South Wales, at Ruskin Mill in Gloucestershire – a college for disadvantaged youngsters. In the USA there are scenes at a biodynamic winery in California. Also featured are examples of Waldorf educational ideas being introduced into mainstream schooling.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

February 25, 2011

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United Kingdom

Production

Rudolf Steiner Film,Cupola Productions

Cast

Ben Cherry,Peter Selg,Arthur Zojonc,Margaretha Solstad,Richard Tarnas,Dennis Klocek,Torin Finser,Penny Baring,Robert McDermott,Jermey Naydler

Director

Jonathan Stedall

Writer

Jonathan Stedall

Producer

Jonathan Stedall

Cinematography

Mike Robinson

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

tt14682964