Light to the World:
​the Life and Teachings of Baha'u'llah

​There is a story unfolding. It is a story of humanity’s progress through history, propelled by the teachings of Messengers of God Who have guided humanity through its stages of development, and now to the dawn of its maturity. Two hundred years ago, such a prophetic Figure appeared: Bahá’u’lláh. He brought teachings for this age that represent an end to division and otherness, through which–at long last–the oneness of humankind can be realized. (51 minutes, released 2017)

​The Gate: Dawn of the Baha'i Faith

​In the midst of religious intolerance and extremism, one religion—the Bahá’í Faith—offers a path toward world peace by advocating the oneness of humanity’s major religions. Now, this groundbreaking documentary tells the amazing, little-known story of the origins of the Bahá'í Faith. The Gate: Dawn of the Bahá'í Faith recounts the founding of this new world religion in Persia by a Prophet known as The Báb. (61 minutes, released 2018)

A Widening Embrace

​Across the globe, followers of Bahá’u’lláh and their friends are striving in earnest to contribute to the well-being of their communities and the advancement of society. A Widening Embrace captures some experiences and insights from a selection of neighbourhoods and villages, in rural and urban settings. Here, a process of building vibrant communities is unfolding through individual and collective action propelled by a commitment to learning, in the words of Bahá’u’lláh, how to "translate that which hath been written into reality and action." (77 minutes, released 2018)
Two hundred years ago, the Báb appeared, inaugurating a new Dispensation and preparing humanity for the light of Bahá’u’lláh’s Revelation. Dawn of the Light portrays several individuals from different continents as they relate their own personal search after truth and meaning. They share their discovery that God has sent two Divine Manifestations—the Báb and Bahá’u’lláh—Whose teachings are revolutionizing human thought and behaviour, changing darkness into light. The film shows glimpses of how this same discovery is inspiring the efforts of many across the globe to serve humanity and to contribute to building a new pattern of life. (48 minutes, released 2019)

Dawn of the Light
Videos from   A Rich Tapestry  showing how love is being translated into action to address questions of race and culture in the United States. 
​Being Heard in the Face of Paternalism - A look through the lens of members of an American Indian culture who are applying the teachings of Baha’u’llah to build a community devoid of prejudice. (14 minutes)
​Finding Purpose and a Path of Service - What we know gets challenged when we interact with people of different cultures and walks of life - a young woman's collaborations with individuals, communities, and institutions. (12 minutes)

Frontiers of Learning

Young and old, in cities and villages around the world, are taking part in a process of community building based on concepts enshrined in the Bahá’í Teachings.  This uplifting film captures the insights and experiences of children, junior youth, youth, and adults—in Canada, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and India—whose efforts to build vibrant communities are at the frontiers of learning. (87 minutes, released 2013)

​​Arising to Serve: Glimpses from 41 Regional Conferences

In October 2008, the Universal House of Justice announced 41 regional conferences to be held throughout the world over a period of four months. Nearly 80,000 Bahá’ís and their friends from more than 170 countries attended. This film is a historical and inspirational record of those precious moments when the participants gathered to share what they had learned in their community-building activities, to plan for the work ahead and to celebrate their achievements, arising to serve their fellow citizens of the world. (45 minutes, released 2009)

Pilgrimage: A Sacred Experience

"Pilgrimage -- A Sacred Experience" provides a glimpse into the nine-day Pilgrimage, enjoined on all Baha'is at some time during their lifetime, to the World Centre of the Baha'i Faith in Northern Israel. Includes video of the Baha'i Holy Places and interviews with pilgrims from all over the world. Commissioned by the Universal House of Justice. (28 minutes, released 2006)   

​'Abdu'l-Bahá's Initiative on Race
from 1921: Race Amity Conferences

This video documents 'Abdu'l-Bahá's efforts in establishing racial justice and race unity in America in the early 1900s, when the subject was seldom discussed in the U.S. and few had the courage to speak about it publicly. To that end, he instructed that Race Amity Conferences be held to encourage black and white Americans to collaborate with each other and gradually break down the social barriers that prevailed in the U.S. at that time. (78 minutes, released 2003)

First Native Baha'i Council Fire, Pine Springs, Arizona 1962
​Long ago, before the time when the indigenous peoples of this land suffered terrible atrocities, Navajo Twin Prophets of old foretold Their eventual return. In 1962, a small group of Navajos recognized that the Baha'i Faith fulfilled their ancient prophesies and a Council Fire was planned to share this news with their relatives on the Navajo Nation. The First Native Baha'i Council Fire, held between the Four Sacred Mountains in Pine Springs, AZ, attracted almost 1,000 people from the four corners of the earth bringing together many tribal leaders and international travelers. (90 minutes, 2016)

Mr. Enoch Olinga, African Baha'i Hand of the Cause of God

​This emotionally engaging documentary of Mr. Enoch Olinga of Uganda (1926 – 1979), the only African Baha'i Hand of the Cause of God, describes his spiritual transformation and love for Bahá’u’lláh. Mr. Olinga demonstrated radiant joy, true happiness, certitude, and nobility around the world. This video, produced by Joyce Olinga, reveals through more than ninety interviews, photos, slides, and film, the unforgettable impression Mr. Olinga made upon humanity, and a glimpse of how an early believer from humble beginnings arose to the highest station of servitude in God's Revelation for this Day.  (100 minutes, released 2000)

Liao Chongzhen: A Bright Candle of the World of Humanity

The Bahá'í Faith was first introduced in China during the lifetime of Bahá’u'lláh. It is considered by the Bahá'í Faith as a country with a great future spiritually. Some outstanding Chinese joined the Faith in those early days. Liao Chongzhen was one of them, but all traces of him were lost after 1940. This documentary presents the astounding recent findings that shed light on the fate of Mr. Liao who dedicated his life to the service of the Faith and humanity. Thanks to his translations he made available to the Chinese books like 'The Hidden Words' of Bahá'u'lláh etc. He had a correspondence with the Guardian of the Faith, he introduced the Faith to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen, and his home was blessed by the visit of two Hands of the Cause. (57 minutes, released 2015)

Life of Carole Lombard

​Carole Lombard (1908-1942) is one of the greatest female screen legends. She was the highest paid star in her time, but she was not influenced by the materialism around her. Eighty years after her passing she is still adored by her fans, not only for her movies, but also because they recognize in her amazing qualities, an indomitable spirit and admirable character, boundless generosity and wisdom. She created an atmosphere that everyone felt welcome and equal around her. She accompanied people through the difficult times of their lives. Carole Lombard was a second generation Baha’i. In every step of her life she reflected the values of her Faith. This is her untold story. (83 minutes)

Changing the World, One Wall at a Time

​Changing the World, One Wall at a Time is a documentary feature film - part of the "Education Is Not A Crime" project – one of the world’s largest street art and human rights campaigns, which raises awareness of education discrimination by Iran’s government against tens of thousands of Baha’is. (52 minutes, released 2017)
Over the past 200 years, humanity's struggle for equality and justice has advanced fitfully through a series of successive victories and setbacks, in a process that comprises the darkest as well as the brightest moments in humanity's evolution. Today, outstanding instances of human cruelty perpetrated on a daily basis are a compelling reminder of how far we have yet to go, notwithstanding the distance traveled. So the question remains: How can we become catalysts in this process, and build model communities that reflect the ideals of unity, equality, and justice? (17 minutes)

The Struggle for Justice

Mercy's Blessing
In a rural village in the heart of Africa a teenage boy has a dream: to raise his younger sister and himself out of poverty. But when a twist of fate shatters his hopes, everything seems lost and he is faced with the ultimate choice...  Initiatives great and small worldwide are using this film as a tool in advancing discourse about human rights, social justice, world citizenship, and the equality of women and men. Filmed in Malawi, Africa - written and directed by May Taherzadeh - supported by UNICEF, UNFPA, and the European Union. [narrative drama] (30 minutes, released 2015)
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