Thanks for your interest in my film. In our test screenings it has triggered a good debate about how the yoga industry, how people find their own path and what is change. I'm looking forward to seeing how it is received at the Maui International FIlm Festival.

Thanks, kate

This looks great, can't wait to see it.

When and where will it be released on DVD?

Jeanne, thanks for calling my attention to the film! I've been reading in conjunction with my practice, recently, and I'd like to share a book with you that might offer you some new insights. It’s called Harmonic Wealth and it’s all about finding harmony in your life in all areas - financial, relational, mental, physical, and spiritual. It has some really good tips about how to engage all five pillars (or areas) of your life, and to learn more about how they complement each other. Rather than dealing with each issue individually, maybe take a look at the bigger picture.
Here’s the link to that book I recommend: harmonicwealth.com/read
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I'd love to see the entire film, "Enlighten up", it looks great! Is there a schedule of showing it other than in Maui? I'm in Washington State.

I absolutely loved the film. I think the choice for the lead character was perfect. He was attractive and amiable and funny enough for yoga fans but had enough skepticism to interest people who aren't into yoga. It was interesting how he continued to question and deny the changes yoga evoked when it was so apparent by the way he answered questions at the end that he had indeed changed profoundly although in an outwardly subtle way. The choice of gurus was great! Quite a variety of characters. I loved the way it ended without fanfare and crystaltwister, treehugger enlightenment. It was real. Don't get me wrong, I'm a big treehugger and crystal twister but I've also got a firm grip on the real world and that same feeling in the film is what attracted me most.
The film made me laugh and cry and got me back on my mat after several months away from it. I thank Kate Chruchill for making it.

I'll let you know when I hear of additional showings.

I feel blessed to have seen Enlighten up! during it's premier on Maui.
Upon leaving the movie I had a feeling of joy, curiosity, and honor for everyone's exploration of yoga. The quality of the film touched the cutting edge of documentary film making today. The quick whit instilled with the "today" of yoga had me laughing and admiring my journey as a yoga practioner. I loved the film! I am looking forward to it's return as it feels like one you can see several times and unfold layers of it's wisdom
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I saw Enlighten up at the Maui International Film Festival and Ioved it! While talking to audience members after I saw the film, I was struck by how everyone could take away something different from the film, much like everyone taking something unique from their practice of yoga. I think the film captured Nick's skepticism in a way that was very real while also allowing the audience to identify with at least one of the many yogis in the film. I also enjoyed the film's humor and willingness to examine the many different practices of yoga while showing there is not one "right" yoga path.

I was lucky to catch the world premier of Enlighten up in Maui – I loved the film.

As an as-yet-to-be-enlightened person myself, I found the film’s humor and balance refreshing. Through the interviews and experiences of the main character one can really understand those who’s lives have been truly transformed by Yoga but also giggle with (at?) those who don’t quite get it!

Kate’s style and Nick’s honesty really make this film!

I was lucky to catch the world premier of Enlighten up in Maui – I loved the film.

As an as-yet-to-be-enlightened person myself, I found the film’s humor and balance refreshing. Through the interviews and experiences of the main character one can really understand those who’s lives have been truly transformed by Yoga but also giggle with (at?) those who don’t quite get it!

Kate’s style and Nick’s honesty really make this film!

I too was lucky to be at the Maui Film Festival to see the world premier of Enlighten Up. I loved it! I had an idea of what to expect and I think what I liked most about the film was it kept you guessing. Nick was honest and Kate (the filmmaker) kept asking questions which were both entertaining and informative about the journey. I felt that I was part of the 6 month stint, not as a member of the movie audience but as a member of the production group. I think there lies the talent of this production team, the film draws you in to be part of the exploration. It allowed me, as a yoga neophyte, to be part of Nick's journey and boy was I surprised by what I took away. It was a thrilling evening and a great movie to see - I recommend it to all!

enlighten up! is a welcome addition to the movies about yoga. finally something "different" has been made. the photography is very beautiful and the plot enjoyable. i laughed alot and came away feeling very refreshed and positive. while nick takes his journey i was reminded of my own journey into yoga. nick visits a saint. the saint tells him to remember what is important in this life. he explains it in a very simple yet profound way. i was reminded of something that i seemed to have been forgetting a bit myself and i was deeply touched by his words. when i left the theater and spoke to my friends i found that everyone i spoke to had also been not only entertained they were taken on a personal journey along with nick. a wonderful film! i highly recommend it.

The next showing of Enlighten Up! will be in Boston on September 12. It will run throughout the month there at the Museum of Fine Arts.

Dates for Enlighten Up! Release in Boston & Boulder
Sept 12 – 14 Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Tickets & show times (available after 8/25)

Sept 19 – 25 Kendall Square Cinema, Cambridge
Tickets & show times (available after 8/10)

Sept 30 Boulder Theater
Tickets & show times (available after 8/10)

Possible cities for October include: New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Seattle, Austin, Dallas, DC and Phoenix. More details to follow on enlightenupthefilm.com.