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Joseph Campbell

Mar 26, 1904 - Oct 30, 1987 (83 years old) in White Plains, New York, U.S.

Joseph John Campbell (March 26, 1904 – October 30, 1987) was an American mythologist, writer and lecturer, best known for his work in comparative mythology and comparative religion. His work is vast, covering many aspects of the human experience. His philosophy is often summarized by his phrase: "Follow your bliss."

Known For

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The Hero's Journey: The World of Joseph Campbell
Himself - Mythologist
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Star Wars: The Legacy Revealed
Self (archive footage)
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Joseph Campbell: Sukhavati
Self (archive footage)
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It’s a Mad Max World
Self (archive) - professor & essayist
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The Power of Myth
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The Sun Dagger
Self
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40,000 Years of Dreaming
Self - Mythologist (archive footage)
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Mythos
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Transformations of Myth Through Time
Himself
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Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth
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