World Premiere: Turiya – The Life and Teachings of Ramana Maharshi

The New Media Film Festival announces the world premiere of Turiya – The Life and Teachings of Ramana Maharshi, a documentary directed by Leif Heimbold that presents Ramana Maharshi not through a religious lens but as a person whose life took a remarkable turn. His method of Self Inquiry — the question 'Who am I?' — is explored as a practical tool used by people of all backgrounds, with no rituals, hierarchy, or required belief system. Featured contributors include Bill Free, Daniel Schmidt, Tom Das, Sarada Natarajan, and Swami Sarvapriyananda. The online premiere takes place June 3, 7:30–9:00 PM PST, followed by a live Q&A with director Leif Heimbold. Screening parties are encouraged. The festival continues in person June 4 at The Culver Theater in Los Angeles, featuring 80 titles including 58 premieres representing 20 countries.