John Muir, The Unruly Mystic (Movie)

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The Unruly Mystic: John Muir explores the remarkable life and influential work of America’s first environmental activist. Muir’s writings profoundly shaped how we understand our relationship with the natural world. His work stands as a personal outdoor guide for nature lovers worldwide.  Experience the transformational power of nature with The Unruly Mystic: John Muir, a film that celebrates the life and work of the patron saint of national parks.

Muir, an ecological prophet, and Christian mystic, profoundly shaped how we understand and envision our relationship with the natural world. His work has become a personal guide into the natural world for countless individuals. In “The Unruly Mystic: John Muir” an award-winning film from director and producer Michael M. Conti, illustrates how he has been influenced by Muir’s writings.

“The movie clearly shows the passion and vision of John Muir–the naturalist and protector of the wild, the untrammeled, the green, icy, and stony cathedrals of our country. Man needs the wild to sustain his soul. John Muir–and this movie–help make that message clear.” – Alan Birkelbach, Texas Poet Laureate, Words of Preservation National Parks Tour

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Over 60 theatrical screenings in 20 cities in 7 states in 16 months, including a special screening at Yosemite National Park and in Scotland Toured in 2018.
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In 2021, a new cut of the film was released known as The Scotland Cut, exclusively available here.