In the 1960s and 1970s thousands of hippies journeyed East in the search for enlightenment

In the 1960s and 1970s thousands of hippies journeyed East in the search for enlightenment, free drugs or a ‘pure’ life. Indian peasants assumed that a severe drought in the West was the reason for their migration. India’s holy men saw it, more accurately, as a search for spirituality. Most moved back to their home countries after a few months or years. Some stayed for good. HIPPIE MASALA shows aging flower children who, after fleeing Western civilization, found a new home in India.

Hippie Masala

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Hippie Masala

Release Year: 2008

Duration: 93 min

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In the 1960s and 1970s thousands of hippies journeyed East in the search for enlightenment, free drugs or a ‘pure’ life. Indian peasants assumed that a severe drought in the West was the reason for their migration. India’s holy men saw it, more accurately, as a search for spirituality. Most moved back to their home countries after a few months or years. Some stayed for good. HIPPIE MASALA shows aging flower children who, after fleeing Western civilization, found a new home in India.

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Posted 10/11/09 by TJ How

HAving been around India many times I find the locals ever so kind, friendly, inquisitive and peaceful,

Compared to my home in New York, even the crazy roadways are rich with love and Namaste

For my return to Hampi, I hope to find the Dutch man and enjoy further discussions and relaxations

If any of the local see my words please send contact details

I often visit Karnataka, Hospete, Chennai, and the big Bang

peace be with you

Posted 10/05/09 by vaughn1111

The people featured in this film are of my generation. I often wondered what would have happened if I had also left the USA and found a more peaceful place to live, rather than stay and fight for change. I realize now at this late date that I made a mistake by staying. This country is incapable of positive change and only becomes more repressive each passing day.

Posted 09/28/09 by ronsfi

I really enjoyed the film. They all seem to have such humanity. City life can be so sterile and artificial. I think they may smoke too much pot though. Made me wish to visit India though. Very much so. What an ancient and wonderful place.

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