Short Cut to Nirvana: Kumbh Mela

"Kumbh Mela: Short Cut to Nirvana" is a beautifully crafted documentary that details the organized chaos and curious piety surrounding the Kumbh Mela, an Indian religious festival held on 12-year intervals for the past two millennia. The most recent festival attracted an estimated 70 million people.

This is a must see film for those who are curious about how other people on this planet live and celebrate.A spectacular assault on the mind, eyes and ears.

This documentary takes you into the heart of the Kumbh Mela--a strangely beautiful festival in India. It's the next best thing to being there yourself.

I noticed that throughout the movie I thought "how could 70 million people gather and not be unhappy with the dirt, crowds, and noise?" But to the contrary, there was a lot of fun being had.

I am convinced that the Kumbh Mela is a significant human event. It is clear that it made a strong impression on the filmmakers.

Beautifully done, the sights and photography were amazing, and the documentary constantly evolved. There was such a beauty I the traditions that were shown in the Film.

"Shortcut to Nirvana: Kumbh Mela" is incredibly enlightening and easy to understand for those who would like to learn more of Indian culture and religion. One of the most substantial take aways from this film was the clear consensus that all people, despite race, gender, sexuality, or faith are welcomed into the vast faith of hinduism and bond together in peace at the Kumbh Mela festival, taking place every 12 years in India.

"Short Cut to Nirvana", the movie, is extremely informative yet with good sense of humor.I felt touched and inspired by its magnitude and simplicity.

A glimpse into the biggest spiritual gathering on Earth in terms of numbers of participants. I came to the film as an eggheady Christian looking for common ground with other spiritual corners of the globe.