5 comments about The Empty Mind.

1. This is a great film with insight and no insight. It's The Empty Mind.
   Masters thoughts and views are priceless.



2. From a production and visual standpoint "The Empty Mind" is definitely a 5, but from the standpoint of a deep discussion about Mushin (No Mind) it is lacking. The film is marketed with a focus on Mushin...however the subject is only briefly touched on. Those expecting an in depth discussion of the spiritual aspects of martial arts may be dissapointed in the film.
   
   However, if as a lay person you are interested in a well produced, visually impressive film that depicts martial arts in a realistic and beautiful fashion, "The Empty Mind" is a great film.
   
   I give the film a 2-3 for its treament of Mushin, but a 5 for its production value and good basic knowledge of martial arts.



3. First I want to say that the CD I recieved was cover with scratches. When I emailed the customer service they sent me a new Cd, but...It was cover with scratches again! Anyway it was possible to see the film.
   I think the film touch only the surface of the things. The problem may be the want of the film maker to touch to many kind of martial arts. Maybe a focus on 2 or 3 of the martial art was enough. I find the DVD nice but a bit shallow.



4. Jon Brailey has yet again done a terrific job in bringing the philosophical and psycological side of the far east to us in this terrific film showcasing some of the top masters of the martial arts. Names like Ueshiba, Kanazawa, Okazaki and many more show the art the way it is meant to be practised.
   
   Hats off to yet another fabulous film I enjoyed from the beginning to the end.
   
   Don Warrener



5. This is a very good documentary that can be watched again and again. It gives a short overview of different styles of martial arts and the spiritual side of each one. The footage of the very disciplined young monks at the Shaolin Temple practicing kung fu, as well as the young tai chi practitioners is inspiring. The short interviews and explanations of the different styles, i.e. kung fu, karate, kendo, aikido, kyudo, wu shu and clips of tournaments all make for a very informative and interesting film.