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Ayahuasca: Nature's Greatest Gift

Ayahuasca: Nature's Greatest Gift

An exploration into the world of ayahausca and ayahausca shamanism.

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Documentary

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This documentary examines the traditions and subjective effects of ayahuasca drinking, primarily from a Western perspective.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

65 mins

Rating

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Release Date

01 September 2014

Country

United States of America

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