Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching
“The Chinese I Ching, the Book of Changes, is one of the oldest and most influential documents of mankind. It was the missionary Richard Wilhelm, who brought it to the West. The film tells his story and provides insight into ancient Chinese thought.”
Synopsis
As a young missionary, Richard Wilhelm in 1899 to China, which was then exploited by the colonial powers. He lived there revolts against foreigners, the end of the imperial dynasties and the First World War. In these times of turbulent upheavals he was indefatigable in search of the deepest truth that helps people deal with change and able to shape their own lives. Richard Wilhelm baptized not only Chinese, but accomplished one of the largest translation services of the 20th century: Confucius, LAOTSE the most important texts of Daoism and especially the I CHING THE BOOK OF CHANGES. The book also served many readers in the West as inspiration. Wilhelm is still one of the most important mediators of Chinese culture in Europe.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 19, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Bettina Wilhelm
- Screenplay & Story
- Bettina Wilhelm, Ronit Yoeli Tlalim
- Original Title
- Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching
- Country of Origin
- Switzerland
- Spoken Languages
- German
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Bettina Wilhelm Filmproduktion, Triluna Film AG
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Bettina Wilhelm
Bettina Wilhelm, Ronit Yoeli Tlalim
Department Leadership Roster
Bettina Wilhelm
Director
Bettina Wilhelm
Writer
Ronit Yoeli Tlalim
Writer
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What is Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching about?
As a young missionary, Richard Wilhelm in 1899 to China, which was then exploited by the colonial powers. He lived there revolts against foreigners, the end of the imperial dynasties and the First World War. In these times of turbulent upheavals he was indefatigable in search of the deepest truth that helps people deal with change and able to shape their own lives. Richard Wilhelm baptized not only Chinese, but accomplished one of the largest translation services of the 20th century: Confucius, LAOTSE the most important texts of Daoism and especially the I CHING THE BOOK OF CHANGES. The book also served many readers in the West as inspiration. Wilhelm is still one of the most important mediators of Chinese culture in Europe.
Who directed Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching?
Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching was directed by Bettina Wilhelm.
Who stars in Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching?
The principal cast of Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching includes Jonathan Pryce, Sylvester Groth, Henrik Jäger, Sonu Shamdasani, Richard Smith.
When was Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching released and how long is it?
Wisdom of Changes - Richard Wilhelm and the I Ching was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.