Summer Saturday Cinema

'Why has the Bodhi Dharma left for the East?'

Film reel filled with popcorn (u_mxcpmg8k8g from Pixabay)

A stunning contemplative experience from Bey Yong Kyun (1989). An old Zen Master, his conflicted apprentice and an orphaned boy explore the connection between leaving and arriving.

We'll start with a short sit, watch 'Why has the Bodhi Dharma left for the East?', then have a short discussion to close.

BYO snacks and bean bag.

A fun and relaxed way to hang out together over the summer. All welcome. No need to book.

When

24 January 2026  7:00pm-9:30pm

Cost

Free or by koha.

Caring for each other's health

Before attending, please read our current Covid Guidelines. This is part of how we practice together.

Location

Image of The Auckland Buddhist Centre
The Auckland Buddhist Centre

45b Normanby Rd, Mt Eden

Led by

Portrait of Maitrikashin
Maitrikashin

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