- In the quest for finding a deeper meaning to life, this is a true story of an American seeker who forsakes the worldly life to enter upon an amazing spiritual journey of self realisation.
- "The Answer" an International award wining feature film is the only English language autobiographical film made on the relationship of an Indian Guru and an American disciple James Donald Walters (Swami Kriyananda). The first film to portray Paramhansa Yogananda, author of spiritual classic Autobiography of a Yogi, in a dramatic characterization, essayed by the world renowned eminent actor Victor Banerjee. This movie is based on the celebrated book 'New Path' written by Swami Kriyananda. This is a true story of an American seeker James Donald Walters who forsakes the worldly life to enter upon an amazing spiritual journey. His quest for truth led him at age 22 to meet and live with the great Avatar, Paramhansa Yogananda, author of International best seller Autobiography of a Yogi, who immediately accepts him as his disciple. He later came to be known as Swami Kriyananda the world renowned teacher, author, music composer and founder of the worldwide Ananda Community. Swami Kriyananda departed for his Heavenly abode on 21st April 2013 at Asissi in Italy The film is set in the 30's, 40's and 50's and has been shot across India, Europe and USA in places like Los Angeles, Nevada city, New York, Bucharest, Sinaia, Brasov, Calcutta. The Answer,as Winner of 17 major Awards, 26 Official selections of 48 nominations at International Film Festivals, bears testimony to the impact of the story of Swami Kriyanandas life, his devotion to his Master, Paramhansa Yogananda and the deep message imbued in the movie, which the world greatly needs.
- This film is the saga of his anguished search, of his momentary illuminations and dark nights, of his determination to never give up, and of the winding path that leads him to the presence of his spiritual master. In his quest, we recognize the eternal search of every individual; through his inner battles, the discovery of our own inner strength; in his attunement with the expanded vision of his master, the hope for our own illuminations. 'The Answer', is an epic motion picture that presents, for the first time on the cinematic screen, one of the most widely-known and revered spiritual Masters of our times, Paramhansa Yogananda, through the living testimony and in the own words of his direct disciple Swami Kriyananda who lived with him and vowed to carry his light to future generations.
A first in the genre of a movie of a true Guru Disciple relationship, the message the movie carries, is Universal. Paramhansa Yogananda's 'Autobiography Of A Yogi' remains the highest selling autobiography in all languages since 1946. The book was also lately in the news when Steve Jobs, revealed that he read it every year for the past 12 years and gifted it to his closest circle before he passed on.
The film is a period piece, set in the 1920's through the 1950's and is filmed across the U.S.A and Europe. Featuring an ensemble cast headed by Victor Banerjee who essays the role of Yogananda, the movie is an unforgettable visual and emotional experience.
"I think the reason for this movie being important is not because it's about a person. My life is not important, but what is essential to consider are the things I have been through in seeking what everybody seeks. People think they are looking for money, for love, success, fame, and so on, but beyond that everyone is looking for happiness, since ultimately we all come from bliss".
"To me, anything I can do to bring back divine bliss into people's lives, the more worthwhile my own life will have been for me. I want to work in this cause to my last breath".
"I think this movie is a priceless legacy, worthy of being treasured in all ages". Swami Kriyananda (1926-2013).
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