In this post, we present a special selection of series and movies about Spiritism and spirituality. From biographical movies about renowned mediums to compelling narratives about life after death, each production offers a profound and inspiring insight into these captivating subjects. Get ready to immerse yourself in stories that will touch your soul and broaden your understanding of the spiritual journey of humankind. Press play and embark on this journey of knowledge and reflection.
1. Kardec – Available on Netflix and Sony Pictures
This movie portrays a part of the journey of Hippolyte Léon Denizard Rivail, our beloved Allan Kardec, during the codification of Spiritism. It delves into Rivail’s journey from being a French primary school teacher to encountering the phenomenon of table-turning, the investigation that followed, and his devoted effort, with the assistance of various mediums, to compile hundreds of questions for the Superior Spirits, culminating in the creation of The Spirits’ Book, the first of the Spiritist Codification. An unmissable movie for those seeking to better comprehend the backdrop of Spiritism’s early emergence in 19th-century France.
2. Chico Xavier: The Movie – Available on Globo Play
This Brazilian biographical production narrates the life story of Francisco Cândido Xavier, considered by many as one of the greatest mediums ever to walk the Earth. The movie sheds light on Chico’s mediumship, his relationship with his spirit guide Emmanuel, the persecution he faced from the Catholic Church, and his work of psychography (writing under spirit influence) that provided solace to countless grieving families and produced hundreds of books. It also highlights Chico Xavier’s historic appearance on the TV show “Pinga Fogo” (Drip Fire), which achieved the highest television ratings in Brazilian history, with 75% of TVs tuned in. An excellent movie for those eager to learn more about Chico Xavier and open to demystifying communications with Spirits, as Chico experienced them with remarkable naturalness.
3. Divaldo: The Messenger of Peace (O mensageiro da paz) – Available on Now and Sky
This biographical production portrays the life journey of the renowned Brazilian medium and philanthropist Divaldo Pereira Franco. Embracing mediumship from the age of four, Divaldo faced rejection from other children and disapproval from his father. At 17, he decided to use his gift to help people and moved to Salvador with his mother’s support. Under the guidance of his spirit mentor, Joanna de Ângelis, he became one of the most significant mediums of all time. The movie depicts the inception of the charity institution Mansão do Caminho, founded by Divaldo and his friend Nilson in 1952, which currently provides daily assistance to around five thousand people in vulnerable situations and educates around two thousand children in its school. Throughout his life, Divaldo lovingly adopted over 600 children left at Mansão do Caminho, now having approximately 200 grandchildren.
4. The Chosen – Available on the Angel app and Netflix
After watching this series, your perception of Jesus and the twelve apostles will never be the same. “The Chosen” brings biblical passages to life in a natural and coherent manner, inviting Jesus into our homes. The title refers to the chosen apostles, individually called by Jesus to follow him. The series is not affiliated with any church or religion, and the production team sought references from the Catholic, Evangelical, and Jewish experts to ensure maximum authenticity in the script. Prepare to be amazed, as this superlative cinematic production, stellar cast, and incredible soundtrack will captivate your heart.
5. Our Home (Nosso Lar) – Available on Amazon Prime
Based on the book “Nosso Lar” (Our Home), the first volume of the collection “A Vida no Mundo Espiritual” (Life in the Spirit World), where the Spirit André Luiz, through the psychography of Chico Xavier, details life after “death.” While many religions and Eastern philosophies had long acknowledged and accepted the idea of reincarnation, little was known about the Spirit’s experiences between incarnations. In the movie “Our Home”, André Luiz sheds light on these answers, recounting his own experiences after awakening in the spirit world following the death of his physical body. Soon, the second book in André Luiz’s collection will be released in cinemas, titled “Nosso Lar 2 – Os Mensageiros” (Our Home 2 – The Messengers).
6. The Reincarnation of Manika (Manika une vie plus tard) – Available on YouTube and Espiritismo.TV
“The Reincarnation of Manika” is based on the true story of Shanti Devi, who was born in a fishing village in southern India in 1926 and began recalling intricate details of her previous incarnation as the wife of a wealthy Brahmin in Nepal from the age of four. Attending a Catholic school, the girl started longing for her past life’s husband, and against the wishes of his colleagues and superiors in the Church, her teacher decided to help. This touching and enchanting movie also explores the confrontation with religious dogmas that significantly influenced the politics and social life of those involved.
7. Yesterday’s Children – Available on YouTube
Jenny Cole lives in the United States with her husband and son. During her pregnancy, Jenny starts having dreams of a distant land in the 1930s. These dreams become recurrent, leading her to seek help from a past-life therapist. The plot unfolds as Jenny identifies the city where she lived in her past incarnation, which was in Ireland. She travels to this city, piecing together the puzzle sent by her dreams, and reunites with some relatives from her past existence as Mary Sutton.
8. And Life Goes On… (E a Vida Continua…) – Available on YouTube
Based on the last book of the “Life in the Spirit World” collection, by the Spirit André Luiz, psychographed by the medium Chico Xavier. The story revolves around Ernesto, a 50-year-old man who carries a tragedy from his past, hidden behind a cheerful smile. He meets Evelina, a 25-year-old woman, when he assists her on the road after her car breaks down. Both are heading to the same hotel and gradually build a solid friendship, based on the challenges they’ve faced in life – Evelina emotionally wounded due to her husband’s infidelity. After passing away, Ernesto and Evelina reunite in the spirit world, demonstrating how life remains vibrant after “death.” Their friendship, seemingly transcending the earthly plane, reveals that their lives are more connected than they thought.
9. A Dangerous Practice (Predestinado) – Available on Globoplay and Amazon Prime
The movie portrays how the medium José Arigó, through the Spirit of Dr. Fritz, a German physician who died during World War I, became a beacon of hope for millions of sick people worldwide. Zé Arigó, as he was known, was born in the small town of Congonhas do Campo, in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, where spiritual work was performed freely. He faced criticism from skeptics and was sued twice by the medical council for allegedly practicing medicine without a license. Nevertheless, with his wife’s support, Zé Arigó persevered in his mission, saving many lives through spiritual surgeries performed by Dr. Fritz.
10. Life After Death with Tyler Henry – Available on Netflix
Tyler Henry is an American medium renowned for delivering messages from beyond the grave to celebrities in the United States. The series depicts how, through contact with objects belonging to the deceased – a type of mediumship referred to as psychometry in Spiritism – Tyler accesses information about what happened to the evoked Spirit during its transition to the spirit world. Tyler also connects with the Spirit, who imparts intimate details to allow the recipient to confirm the Spirit’s real presence, dispelling any notions of “hallucinations” or tricks. The series features numerous touching stories and even assists in clarifying accidents and homicides that remained unsolved through conventional means.
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