A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki 18 years old

The man who introduced Zen Buddhism to the West

A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki

Using rare archival footage and interviews with noted artists, philosophers, and scholars such as Huston Smith, this film examines the life and teachings of D.T. Suzuki, the celebrated Japanese religious philosopher who first brought Zen Buddhism to the West. This film explores Suzuki's travels in America, his teachings on satori (enlightenment) and other Buddhist concepts, his influence on Western art and psychology, and more.

Credits

A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki Cast

Name Character
Donald Richie He was 83, 88 years old when he died

A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki Crew

Name Department
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A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki (18 years)

The man who introduced Zen Buddhism to the West

  • Release day: Wednesday, September 06, 2006
  • Runtime: 77 minutes