Into Great Silence

Nestled deep in the postcard-perfect French Alps, the Grand Chartreuse is considered one of the worldÔÇÖs most ascetic monasteries. German filmmaker Philip Gr├ ning lived in the monksÔÇÖ quarters for six months filming their daily prayers, tasks, rituals and rare outdoor excursions. This transcendent, closely observed film dissolves the border between screen and audience with a total immersion into the hush of monastic life.