SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION Consciously Created Cinema SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION Copyright © 2014, by Brent Marchant. ISBN: 978-1495976643 ISBN-10: 1495976645 All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechani- cal, including by photocopying, recording, or any other informa- tion storage and retrieval system, without permission in writing from the copyright owner, except by a reviewer, who may quote brief passages for review purposes. Cover design: Paul L. Clark, www.inspirtainment.com Text design and manuscript conversion: Lisa DeSpain, www.ebookconverting.com Author photo: Jill Brazel Photography, www.jillbrazel.com SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION To Trevor SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION “Understanding the world before our eyes requires us to first under- stand the world behind them, how our thoughts, intents and beliefs function to create the reality we each experience. How we go about that is the subject of Brent Marchant’s inventive new book, Consciously Cre- ated Cinema: The Movie Lover’s Guide to the Law of Attraction, which effectively illustrates the process at work through contemporary film. Whether you’re a movie lover looking for inspiring cinema, a truth seeker in search of enlightening examples to follow, or both, you’re sure to find a wealth of useful, perspective-changing ideas in this engaging new book.” Betsy Chasse Co-creator “What the Bleep Do We Know?!” Author Tipping Sacred Cows “If you love movies and have even an inkling of interest in self-aware- ness and the meaning of your life beyond just simple existence, like I do, then Brent Marchant’s book, Consciously Created Cinema, is an absolute must read and a great reference tool—not only to learn about, and from, movies that matter, but also to learn something deeper and more profound about yourself. Read this book, watch every film he discusses, and I promise you will emerge from the experience a deeper, brighter and better person.” Austin Vickers Writer and Producer “People v. The State of Illusion” “In this book, Brent Marchant provides a spiritual road map to fully embracing the movie experience and its relevance in modern-day life. In our breakneck-paced society, movie watching gets us to slow down for an hour or two, forget our troubles, spend time with friends and family, and, most importantly, to use our imaginations and engage our consciousness. “In the larger sense, Brent’s film essays are about the intersection of the art form of the motion picture and process of how human beings are exploring the mystery of who we truly are and why we are here and alive. Consciously Created Cinema goes farther and deeper than his SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION first book, Get the Picture, in helping us to appreciate how movies have become the primary culturally shared practice showing us the dreams, visions, nightmares and longings that are the human experience. “Consciously Created Cinema is an important and seminal work on mo- tion pictures that I hope will be referred to for a long time to come by the movie lover, the movie writer and the spiritual explorer looking to expand their mind while being entertained.” Randall Libero Senior Executive Producer VoiceAmerica/World Talk Radio Networks “I’m thankful that someone like Brent is actually looking at what lies beneath the glittering flashes of light, as much more is communicated with the nuance of symbology, story, color and sound than what a viewer first recognizes. A feeling state precipitates all cognition, and a good filmmaker knows how to work this in their medium. We do not need another person telling us how to live our lives; we require personal realization that comes from authentic and honest depictions of new thought. I appreciate Brent pointing us to these films.” Ri Stewart Director, Bluedot Productions “The Quantum Activist” “Creativity: A new thought won’t kill you” “What the Bleep: Now What?!” “Capoeira: Fly Away Beetle” “I’m very excited about Consciously Created Cinema. In this enlighten- ing work, Brent Marchant takes us to the movies and, in the process, teaches us how to use the law of attraction to manifest our desires. If you love movies and if you would love to live the life of your dreams, you are going to love this book!” James Goi Jr. Author How to Attract Money Using Mind Power “In an age of instantly accessible movies, Brent Marchant offers a valu- able, articulate and insightful guide to those connected with conscious creation. Marchant’s ability to give the reader a taste of the plot and SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION insight into the underlying reality creating principles makes for a fasci- nating read and resource. If you want movie reviews that you can use for intelligent entertainment, get this book. Highly recommended.” Robert Waggoner Author Lucid Dreaming: Gateway to the Inner Self Co-editor Lucid Dreaming Experience magazine “Brent Marchant has done it again. In Consciously Created Cinema, he shows with great clarity, detail and insight how the tenets of ‘conscious creation’ are one of the most important tools of post-modern storytelling reflected with increasing frequency and depth in contemporary cinema.” Paul M. Helfrich, Ph.D. Author Seth: the Ultimate Guide “Hooray! A critic who shares his joy and enthusiasm! Not only does Marchant love movies, he has a solid command of the principles of conscious creation. He’s highly skilled in writing about both with in- sight and humor, which adds up to a uniquely informative and enter- taining guide. Check it out before you pop the popcorn!” Irene O’Garden Off-Broadway playwright Author Goodbye Fat Girl Glad To Be Human “Just as we have the opportunity on an individual level to recognize how the laws of creation are manifesting in our personal lives, Brent is able to brilliantly do so within the construct of the movies. Consciously Created Cinema: The Movie Lover’s Guide to the Law of Attraction pro- vides another tool to empower us in the quest of understanding how we create our reality. The movies and reality have a lot in common as they are both stories we tell ourselves.” Gregory Zanfardino President Moniker Entertainment SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION “I overheard a grownup say once, ‘Well, it depends on how you look at it.’ Fascinated, I turned that over and over in my little boy mind and still couldn’t figure it out. What is it, anyway? Now Brent Marchant comes to my (and our) rescue. As I read his book (go slow, by the way), I realized that I was not only seeing movies I thought I had already seen a long time ago in a new light, I was being helped to see my life in a new light as well. It really does depend on how you look at it, and the it is the joy of feeling like a powerful creator or feeling like a victim. “If you read Brent’s book, as he recommends, in order, you’ll get that he is taking you on a guided meditation, which will help you to inter- nalize the principles of conscious creation, not just read about them. Of course, another joy of this book is that you will discover movies you had never heard of that you’re now desperate to put on your Netflix queue. So you can use this book to change your view of life, or just to read some provocative movie reviews. It all depends on you!” Paul Giurlanda, Ph.D. Author Vistas: A Theologian in Past-Life Therapy “In Consciously Created Cinema, author Brent Marchant eloquent- ly illustrates how the art of contemporary cinema reflects the subtle concepts and forces (such as the much-touted ‘law of attraction’) that are embroiled in the momentous shift in human development that’s now occurring. By combining his love for the cinematic arts with his profound knowledge of the esoteric and metaphysical literature that describes our shifting mentality, he has produced a book that is both reassuring and motivational for the reader. Collectively, the films pro- filed in this book can be viewed (metaphorically and literally) as the current state of play in our game of ‘awakening’ to an altogether more altruistic approach to life.” Christopher W.E. Johnson Author It’s About You! Know Your Self “Film and law of attraction expert Brent Marchant deserves countless accolades for his new release, Consciously Created Cinema: The Movie Lover’s Guide to the Law of Attraction. Marchant siphons the chaff from the wheat for film buffs who want not only good entertainment but SAMPLE - NOT FOR SALE OR DISTRIBUTION also relevant insight into how the law of attraction works. The book eloquently introduces the novice and connoisseur to movies of every genre, with in-depth research providing background details one nor- mally wouldn’t delve into. His integration of the storylines and the law of attraction inspires you to see the movies and practice the principles involved. “The book is a pleasure to read. Marchant’s grasp of the written word is impeccable. He has honed his craft, making each movie review essen- tial to how anyone can improve their life and contribute to creating a better world in which to thrive and reach the fulfillment we all desire.” Mary Barton Author Soul Sight: Projections of Consciousness and Out of Body Epiphanies Everyday Telepathy, Clairvoyance and Precognition Experience Tomorrow Today: Dreams that come True “I can literally think of dozens of ways to use Brent Marchant’s creative gem of a book: As a guide for a monthly movie club discussion group; a personal tool for psycho-spiritual development; an ice breaker at par- ties—the list goes on and on.