A revealing documentary about the use of Ibogaine for the treatment of addiction and it's spiritual background.
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A worthwhile documentary to watch by Martin Polanco
Ibogaine is a naturally occurring psychoactive substance found in a number of plants. Ibogaine-containing preparations are used in medicinal and ritual purposes within African spiritual traditions of the Bwiti. In recent times, it has been identified as having anti-addictive properties.
This excellent, 45 minute documentary follows Moussavou, age 22 who lives in the village Mitoné in Gabon and Cy, age 34 who lives in San Diego California. It juxtaposes traditional use of this plant teacher with the Western medical approach. I especially like how it documents Moussavou's Bwiti initiation.
The interviews contained in the documentary are very compelling, starting with a Bwiti shaman who explains Iboga's mythological origin and current use in Africa. He makes it very clear that ibogaine is a visionary plant and not just a hallucinogen.