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Why Should I Buy A Bed When All That I Want Is Sleep?

1999 · 58 min Documentary

Robert Lax (1915-2000) was a poet with a singular vision and style whose quest to live an authentic life as both an artist and a spiritual seeker inspired Thomas Merton, Jack Kerouac, William Maxwell and countless others. Known in the U.S. primarily as Merton’s best friend and in Europe as a daringly original avant-garde poet, Lax lived a life of simplicity, humility and grace that continues to encourage and motivate readers and followers. This film is a portrait of Robert Lax as he was to those who were fortunate to visit him during his thirty years of living on the Greek island of Patmos.

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Year 1999
Country Germany
Genre Documentary
Director Werner Penzel
Runtime 58 min.

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Why Should I Buy A Bed When All That I Want Is Sleep? is an acquired taste at 0.0/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1999. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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