A new documentary, "The Spiritual Revolution," directed by Alan Swyer, will be screened at Nityananda Institute in Portland on Wednesday, December 12 at 7:00 pm.

"The Spiritual Revolution" is a look at eastern spirituality in the western world: its origins, how it evolved, and its impact on the world in which we live. It includes interviews with scores of swamis, lamas, gurus, zen masters and other teachers, as well as physicians, psychotherapists, scientists and scholars. The film includes an interview with the spiritual director of the Institute, Swami Chetanananda.

Director Alan Swyer will be here for the screening and to answer questions afterward. Alan Swyer's other film projects include two documentaries: "Beisbol," which is the definitive look at Latin American baseball; and "Leimert Park." Other recent work includes "Time of Fear," which he directed and co-wrote. Mr. Swyer has also served as writer and/or producer on projects as disparate as HBO's "Rebound," "The Buddy Holly Story," "Critical Condition," "Alfred Hitchcock Presents," and "Baywatch."

There is no charge for this event, and friends and family are welcome.