Dying to Know: Ram Dass & Timothy Leary Soundtrack (

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Rating: 7.50/10 from 492 votes
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Dying to Know is an intimate portrait celebrating two very complex controversial characters in an epic friendship that shaped a generation. In the early 1960s Harvard psychology professors Timothy Leary and Richard Alpert began probing the edges of consciousness through their experiments with psychedelics. Leary became the LSD guru, asking us to think for ourselves, igniting a global counter-cultural movement and landing in prison after Nixon called him 'the most dangerous man in America'. Alpert journeyed to the East becoming Ram Dass, a spiritual teacher for an entire generation who continues in his 80s teaching service through compassion. With interviews spanning 50 years the film invites us into the future encouraging us to ponder questions about life, drugs & the biggest mystery of all: death.

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George Nelson
5/10

The soundtrack effectively captures the spiritual and philosophical undertones of Ram Dass's teachings, creating a sense of introspection and contemplation.

Matthew Miller
8/10

The soundtrack of Dying to Know does an excellent job of creating a sense of nostalgia for the time period while also feeling relevant and contemporary, blending classic sounds with modern influences to create a unique and immersive auditory experience for the audience.

Jennifer Gonzalez
6/10

The music perfectly complements the thought-provoking themes explored in the documentary, enhancing the overall viewing experience.

Kimberly Smith
5/10

The diverse range of musical styles in the soundtrack adds depth and dimension to the storytelling, reflecting the multifaceted personalities of the main characters.

Brian Thomas
10/10

The use of diverse musical styles in the soundtrack adds depth and emotion to the documentary, enhancing the storytelling and creating a powerful connection between the viewer and the journey of these two complex characters. Each song seems carefully selected to underscore the themes of self-discovery, rebellion, and transformation that are central to the narrative of the film.

Edward Thomas
1/10

The choice of songs in the soundtrack seemed out of place and distracting, taking away from the immersive experience of the documentary. Instead of complementing the stories being told, the music often clashed with the tone of the film, creating a jarring and dissonant effect that detracted from the overall viewing experience.

Steven Thomas
6/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of the documentary, providing a poignant backdrop to the complex lives of Ram Dass and Timothy Leary.

Paul Evans
6/10

The use of ambient sounds and experimental music in the soundtrack creates a dream-like atmosphere, enhancing the surreal aspects of the story.

Nancy Jones
7/10

The diverse range of musical styles featured in the soundtrack mirrors the complexity of the two main characters, Timothy Leary and Ram Dass, highlighting their different approaches to spirituality and consciousness exploration, adding layers of richness to the storytelling.

Mary Hall
6/10

The soundtrack immerses the audience in a sense of nostalgia, transporting them back to a time of cultural revolution and introspection.

Stephanie Green
5/10

The use of psychedelic sounds in the soundtrack effectively mirrors the experimental nature of Leary and Alpert's work in the 1960s.

Lisa Jackson
5/10

The haunting melodies in the soundtrack linger long after the film has ended, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer's experience.

Donna King
7/10

The music enhances the emotional depth of the documentary, providing a powerful backdrop to the personal stories and philosophical discussions of Timothy Leary and Ram Dass, drawing the audience in and connecting them to the characters on a deeper level.