Wild Wild Country
Cult clash and chaos in rural Oregon
About Wild Wild Country
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Platform: Netflix
Rating: TV-MA
Run time: 1 Season
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- About - Making / Production - Actors - Trivia / Interesting Facts - Awards - Quotes - Music - SoundtrackAbout
Wild Wild Country is a documentary miniseries that delves into the controversial story of the Rajneeshpuram community in Oregon. The series, directed by Chapman Way and Maclain Way, premiered on Netflix in 2018. The show explores the rise and fall of this spiritual community founded by Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (also known as Osho) and the conflicts that ensued with local residents. The tensions escalate and lead to legal battles, criminal activities, and ultimately, the collapse of the commune.
Making / Production
The production of Wild Wild Country involved extensive research and interviews with key figures involved in the events. The directors had access to a wealth of archival footage that captured the real-life events as they unfolded. The series was praised for its in-depth storytelling and balanced portrayal of the complex issues surrounding the Rajneeshpuram community.
Actors
- Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh (Osho) - Spiritual leader portrayed through archival footage - Ma Anand Sheela - Chief assistant portrayed through interviews and archival footageTrivia / Interesting Facts
- The series features interviews with former members of the community, providing insights into their experiences. - Wild Wild Country has sparked discussions about freedom of religion, land use, and power dynamics. - The portrayal of Ma Anand Sheela generated mixed reactions from viewers, highlighting the divisive nature of her character.Awards
Wild Wild Country won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Series in 2018, recognizing its exceptional storytelling and impact.
Quotes
- "We were all looking for something, and we found something beyond what we could have ever dreamed." - Former commune member - "The line between a so-called free society and a dictatorship is very, very thin." - Ma Anand SheelaMusic
The series features a score composed by Brocker Way, enhancing the tension and emotion of the narrative throughout each episode.
Soundtrack
- "Just One World" by Brocker Way - "Rajneesh Overdrive" by Brocker Way - "Burning Ghat" by Brocker WayAbout Wild Wild Country
Wild Wild Country is a gripping docuseries exploring a controversial cult's unsettling pursuit of a utopian city in Oregon.
