Spirituality
For decades, public narratives about war focused overwhelmingly on men. Male soldiers. Male trauma. Male heroism. Male reintegration. But women veterans have always carried their own complex experiences of war,…
Before leaving for Ukraine, people commonly asked me whether I wasn’t afraid of being killed. The short answer was no. The longer answer included statements like I’m no more afraid…
Daily life endures throughout Ukraine despite Russia’s pervasive bombings. Part of that persistence means fun. While there’s certainly not an overall atmosphere of looseness, much less frivolity, people still laugh,…
It’s not easy to get into Ukraine. You can access the country through Moldova, Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia but Poland’s Warsaw is the most direct route. Commercial flights have all…
Veterans
I hate to do anything that in any way supports the NRA but that’s where I find myself. The gun lobby has achieved its wildest dreams. By saturating the American…
I’ve spent many years reflecting on the meaning of the Warrior Archetype. It’s no coincidence that my company is named Warrior Films. My friend Christa Lörcher was shocked and appalled…
For the 4th story in our Veterans Journey Home veteran stories series, we want to share the trauma recovery journey of a military rape survivor, US Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant…
Our August Vet Supporter of the Month is Amy Blumenshine. Amy is a Diaconal Minister who has been working to address the suffering of veterans and their families. She co-wrote…
Rites of Passage
Part 3 Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive. Because what the world needs is for people to come alive. Howard Thurman, mentor to Dr.…
Part 2 The final phase of the archetype of Rite of Passage (ROP), Phase 3, is Homecoming. Unfortunately, that ceremonial closure may still be a long way off for us. COVID-19 could…
Welcome to our planetary Rite of Passage! I’ve been writing, making films, and giving talks about the archetype of initiation, of Rites of Passage, for 20 years. I’ve also been…
If we do not initiate the young, they will burn down the village to feel the heat. (African proverb) Why would a 19 year old walk into a crowded mall…
Men’s Issues
Excerpted from Frederick's book Turds of Wisdom: Irreverent Real-Life Stories from a Buddhist Rebel. The book Turds of Wisdom: Irreverent Real-Life Stories from a Buddhist Rebel contains stories of two…
Excerpted from Frederick's book Rites to a Good Life: Everyday Rituals Of Healing And Transformation. If you haven't already, please read PART 1 and PART 2 of this excerpt series. …
I hate to do anything that in any way supports the NRA but that’s where I find myself. The gun lobby has achieved its wildest dreams. By saturating the American…
I’ve spent many years reflecting on the meaning of the Warrior Archetype. It’s no coincidence that my company is named Warrior Films. My friend Christa Lörcher was shocked and appalled…
Indigenous People
Fifteen years ago the Chief Eagles purchased a 12 ½ acre farm on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation in South Dakota. We immediately began a renovation project that, when completed,…
Chief Eagle walks into a 4th Grade classroom holding a staff (saga). On this staff are bird feathers, a horse tail, a buffalo skin, butterflies, and a tree. At the…
From left: Frederick Marx; Dallas Chief Eagle; Charlie Pecaut; Martin Marks; Bob Christenson; Jerry Haack; David Bauerly That’s been a lifelong goal of mine. I didn’t consciously know it…
In appreciation of you and all of our wonderful supporters Warrior Films is giving away our documentary film Journey From Zanskar! Thank you for all you've done to continue to make…
Documentary Filmmaking
Original goal: Raise $25k in 30 days. My aim was to reach 250,000 people via web. Mostly Hoop Dreams lovers. Get 1% of them - 2,500 people - to donate…
I have a much easier life than most. And I’m not comparing myself with the 3rd world either. I’m talking ‘bout the U.S. I have a much easier life than…
Whenever I would see him I used to tell Roger Ebert, only half kiddingly, that as long as he was alive I still had a film career. He was a…
At noon on Christmas Eve we embarked on a journey to raise $25,000 in 30 days for my new film. The structure for the journey was somewhat pre-designed by the…
Mentorship
Excerpted from Frederick's book Turds of Wisdom: Irreverent Real-Life Stories from a Buddhist Rebel. The book Turds of Wisdom: Irreverent Real-Life Stories from a Buddhist Rebel contains stories of two…
Excerpted from Frederick's book Rites to a Good Life: Everyday Rituals Of Healing And Transformation. If you haven't already, please read PART 1 and PART 2 of this excerpt series. …
It all starts with reality. But what’s actually real is surprisingly elusive. Mental activity usually makes it difficult to know exactly what’s real, much less accept it once it is…
Though I’ve written and spoken about mentorship many times and places, I refer you to this one article I wrote about my beloved mentor Harold Ramis when he passed. It…