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Monsoon: Sturla Gunnarsson says powerful storms can be teachers

Canadian filmmaker Sturla Gunnarsson on his new film, which chronicles the cultural and spiritual significance of monsoon season in India.
India's annual influx of water has a massive impact on local life and culture. (Sturla Gunnarsson)

Canadian filmmaker Sturla Gunnarsson joins guest host Talia Schlanger to discuss his stunning new documentary Monsoon, a film that showcases the cultural and spiritual significance of monsoon season in India.

The filmmaker explains how the waters act as unifying force across the diverse nation, why so many are thrilled to see the black clouds appear each year, and why even those far outside India can learn something from the annual deluge. 

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