On the one-year anniversary of his passing, our Mindfulness at the Movies series pays tribute to the life and work of the man widely considered the "father of mindfulness," the celebrated Vietnamese monk, peace activist and Zen Buddhist master Thich Nhat Hanh. Directed by Marc J. Francis & Max Pugh, Walk With Me is a soulful, immersive exploration into the world-famous Plum Village monastery in France, where Nhat Hanh led a global community of engaged Buddhists. As Benedict Cumberbatch’s meditative voice reads extracts from Thich Nhat Hanh's early journals, the daily routine and rituals of monks and nuns on a quest to develop a deep sense of presence, slowly unfolds across the four seasons. With unprecedented access, this visceral film is an insightful rumination on the pursuit of happiness, and what it means to devote one’s life to mindfulness and living in the present moment—a welcome remedy to the stresses of a world in turmoil.

Featuring a special pre-film guided meditation by Moustafa Abdelrahman, an Applied Mindfulness Meditation Specialist, teacher and registered psychotherapist who leads guided mindfulness courses and workshops with The 519.

Tickets: $15 | FREE for members! Under 25? Get your FREE Bronze membership