Product Details

• Actors: Miguel A. kavlin, Don Agustin Rivas Vazques
• Directors: Sean Adair
• Format: Color, Subtitled, NTSC
• Language: English, Spanish
• Number of tapes: 1
• VHS Release Date: October 11, 1996
• Run Time: 60 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 096862880X
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #380,651 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Witnessing the Magic of don Agustin Rivas, May 14, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Sacha Runa: Spirits of the Rainforest. Peruvian Amazon Shamanism [VHS] (VHS Tape)

The video "Sacha Runa: Spirits of the Rain Forest" is an excellent depiction of Peruvian Shaman, don Agustin Rivas, and his work with the plant medicine of ayahuasca. In a clear and articulate manner, the video portrays the nature and purpose of ayahuasca and how don Agustin Rivas uses this plant medicine to facilitate its healing powers. Accompanying this articulate narrative are excellent graphics that facilitate the ability to understand this unique plant medicine as well as the man who so masterfully works with its spirit. I highly recommend this video to any person who wishes to gain insight into the ancient healing practices of the Amazon.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Bringing the Spirits of the Rainforest back home, September 6, 2001

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Rosemarie Nadelen (Boonton, New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sacha Runa: Spirits of the Rainforest. Peruvian Amazon Shamanism [VHS] (VHS Tape)

When I first met Miguel Kavlin I was in a group of people in a Yoga studio in New Jersey. After listening to his lecture and seeing brief parts of the video,I was grateful for the opportunity to purchase it that evening.
The first thing that I noticed was the beautiful Ayahuasca visionary artwork on the video package. It "spoke" of a world that awaited me.
Although it was late when I arrived home, watching the entire video was more important than going to sleep.
And, I wasn't disappointed! I did find it necessary to view it several times after that to accustom my ears to listening to Don Augustin's accent, but each time I learned something that I had missed previously.
I have been a student of shamanic studies since the 80's, and knew that going to the jungle to experience the transformational power of Ayahuasca was the next step for me.
The video was an important preparation for doing that in Nov. 1999. It captures the Heart,Spirit,fun and intrigue of the Peruvean Rainforest adventure.
I felt that the video gave me a realistic view of the Ayhuasca experience that awaited me, and also a sense of trust in Don Augustin as a multi-talented,wise and compassionate healer with an extraordinary commitment.
I returned from my Peruvean Amazon experience with a profound appreciation for the work that he and Miguel Kavlin are accomplishing with each of us who take the opportunity to be with them- and for the healing power of Our Mother Earth.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars essential for anyone cosidering the journey, March 17, 2000

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jonathan sparke - See all my reviews

This review is from: Sacha Runa: Spirits of the Rainforest. Peruvian Amazon Shamanism [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Dissconected from your soul? THink there is more to reality than just what you see. Ayahuasca just might be the medicine to help you realize your full potential. Much has been writen on the subject and many myths seem to abound, so anyone considering a journey with ayahuasca should view this video. Although slow in some parts it provides a comprhensive understanding of all the aspects of an ayahuasca journey. Don Augustine explains to the viewer the many complex levels that are encountered in ones journey in a beatiful and precise manner. At points you may find yourself skeptical to the ideas of spirits and alternate realitys, but DOn Augustine shows how they can provide you with much compassion and joy. HAving spent two weeks in Don augustine presence I came away with a renewed understaning of the world and myself. THis is a wonderful chance to view first hand all the power and love that can be realized with ayahuasca.