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Rumi-Turning Ecstatic
Documentary Film ~ The Persian Poet Rumi was a 13th C. Mystic. He was born into the area of Balkh, Afghanistan. He and his family lived most of their lives in Konya Turkey, fleeing Genghis Khan and the bloody Crusades. His two signature works "The Mathnawi" & the "Divani Shams i Tabriz" are considered second only in importance to the Koran in the East. He has outsold Shakespeare in the English language for 2 decades, becoming the best loved poet in North America today. |
Producer Tina Petrova with Rumi's Great Grandaughter
Esin Celebi
Canadian filmmaker Tina Petrova shares her extraordinary encounter with Rumi (a true story) as she leads us on a road trip of discovery across America to the shifting sands of the Middle East, seeking out scholars who animate his works in the world today. Featured are: (the late) UN award winning architect Nader Khalili- best known for his emergency shelter designs, popular presenter of Rumi - Coleman Barks, activist and author Andrew Harvey, the hypnotic spin of the Whirling Dervishes of Turkey and Shaikh Kabir Helminski , who heads up Rumi’s spiritual order today in the West.
Rumi -Turning Ecstatic has screened in 19 Countries to date, and been translated into 3 languages.
A Turkish language version was released in Istanbul, by the Turkish Cultural Heritage Institute. The film received a special invite to the United Nations NYC, 2007 as part of global activities for the International Year of Rumi .
In 2009, it received "Best Direction Award " at the Brilliant Light Film Festival in Los Angeles, CA.
It continues to inspire audiences today, as it is programmed regularly into World Religion retreats for Teens in the high school system of Ontario, Canada. HRH Prince Hassan Bin Talal placed the film on curriculum at the AMMAN BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL in Jordan.
Esin Celebi the 22nd great grandaughter of Rumi ~ bestowed on the film the heart blessing of Rumi's direct descendants, for its ability to passionately communicate the inner fire of Rumi's mystical teachings.
Rumi is alive today, remembered and loved...
Rumi -Turning Ecstatic has screened in 19 Countries to date, and been translated into 3 languages.
A Turkish language version was released in Istanbul, by the Turkish Cultural Heritage Institute. The film received a special invite to the United Nations NYC, 2007 as part of global activities for the International Year of Rumi .
In 2009, it received "Best Direction Award " at the Brilliant Light Film Festival in Los Angeles, CA.
It continues to inspire audiences today, as it is programmed regularly into World Religion retreats for Teens in the high school system of Ontario, Canada. HRH Prince Hassan Bin Talal placed the film on curriculum at the AMMAN BACCALAUREATE SCHOOL in Jordan.
Esin Celebi the 22nd great grandaughter of Rumi ~ bestowed on the film the heart blessing of Rumi's direct descendants, for its ability to passionately communicate the inner fire of Rumi's mystical teachings.
Rumi is alive today, remembered and loved...
Dancing in the Fire ~ A Modern Day Encounter with Rumi ( The Book)
NOW AVAILABLE ! on Amazon.com. April 2015.
It is apt that "Tina Petrova's "Dancing in the fire..." is a powerful 99 pages. This intimate, almost voyeuristic behind the scenes look at the making of "Rumi Turning Ecstatic," reads in so many ways as an ode to the 99 names for the Beloved... Indeed, as Shaikh Kabir Helminski so eloquently states- we are akin to "water searching for the thirsty... for we live in a world that desperately needs to find common ground. This timely book is a perfect companion to the film classic "Rumi Turning Ecstatic ," as its enlightened behind the scene look reveals the many challenges , and seemingly unconnected events that brought about the mystery and serendipity of its creation. This book weaves a connection with the spirit and magic of Rumi's poetry, that leaves a glowing impression on the reader..."
Katie Marshall -Flaherty: Award Winning Poet , Adult / Teen Interfaith facilitator...
NOW AVAILABLE ! on Amazon.com. April 2015.
It is apt that "Tina Petrova's "Dancing in the fire..." is a powerful 99 pages. This intimate, almost voyeuristic behind the scenes look at the making of "Rumi Turning Ecstatic," reads in so many ways as an ode to the 99 names for the Beloved... Indeed, as Shaikh Kabir Helminski so eloquently states- we are akin to "water searching for the thirsty... for we live in a world that desperately needs to find common ground. This timely book is a perfect companion to the film classic "Rumi Turning Ecstatic ," as its enlightened behind the scene look reveals the many challenges , and seemingly unconnected events that brought about the mystery and serendipity of its creation. This book weaves a connection with the spirit and magic of Rumi's poetry, that leaves a glowing impression on the reader..."
Katie Marshall -Flaherty: Award Winning Poet , Adult / Teen Interfaith facilitator...