Altered States [DVD] [1980]

The "Altered States" [DVD] [1980] is a gripping film about a researcher who invites a Native American medicine man into his lab to study transcendental meditation. This movie, though set in the eighties, is still as relevant today as it was when it was released 40 years ago.

Starring Richard Masur, as well as Sam Waterston and Eric Gurwin, "Altered States" is a thought-provoking look at consciousness, death, and the human mind. Its exploration of consciousness transfer and out-of-body experiences is not only visually stunning but also thought-provoking.

Released in 1980, "Altered States" was one of the first films to delve into psychedelic exploration. It paved the way for exploration and even inspired further research into consciousness transfer and other mind-altering phenomena. The DVD release in 2020, with its high-definition visuals and a commentary from the director, only enhances the film's appeal.

"Altered States" is not just a film, but a trip into a world of mind-bending experiments that could change the way we perceive and understand reality. A classic and an early example of the genre, it is well worth a watch -- even though the viewer is aware of what is to come.