Joseph Campbell and The Power of Myth

Joseph Campbell and The Power of Myth

Documentary 1988

Explore the mind and spirit of teacher and storyteller Joseph Campbell, who discusses the need for modern myths that fit our ever-changing world.

Documentary 1988

14+

Starring Bill Moyers, Joseph Campbell

EPISODE 1

The Hero's Adventure

Bill Moyers and Campbell discuss cultural heroes and heroic journeys that all people make.

58 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG
EPISODE 2

The Message of the Myth

Campbell examines creation stories and explains how myths reveal spiritual potential.

56 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG
EPISODE 3

The First Storytellers

Campbell explains the powerful role of myth and ritual in early hunting societies.

57 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG
EPISODE 4

Sacrifice and Bliss

Campbell discusses the emphasis on death, sacrifice and rebirth in agricultural cultures.

56 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG
EPISODE 5

Love & the Goddess

Campbell discusses romance, the Holy Grail, marriage and the symbolism of the virgin birth.

57 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG
EPISODE 6

Masks of Eternity

Campbell contrasts Eastern and Western religions, and explores the meaning of life and suffering.

57 min · Mar 20, 2018 PG

Bill Moyers

Host
Alvin H. Perlmutter

Producer
Joan Konner

Producer
Joseph Campbell

Guest Star

About

Joseph Campbell and The Power of Myth

DOCUMENTARY

Explore the mind and spirit of teacher and storyteller Joseph Campbell, who discusses the need for modern myths that fit our ever-changing world.

Information

Studio: Gaia
Released: 1988
Rated: 14+

Languages

Original Audio: English (United States)
Audio and Subtitles: English (United States) (AAC, CC)

Accessibility

: Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.