How the Other Half Lives - Hare Krishnas (Series One, Episode Three)

Reality TV host Marc Ellis tones down his laddish antics to present this series on other cultures and beliefs. In this episode he asks "what makes the Hare Krishna tick...what makes them so happy all of the time?". Ellis moves in with a Krishna community in West Auckland, where his strikingly casual guide teaches him what it is to be a Hare Krishna. Late night and early morning dance sessions prove to be less of a struggle than anticipated for Ellis, who seems to fit right in — although the haircut might be a little close, and the proximity of the local pubs a temptation too far.

I have scoped the neighbourhood and there are one or two places where one can get a cleansing ale. I believe I can probably get there and back and neck maybe two pints in about 20 minutes.

– Marc Ellis gives in to temptation while living with the Hare Krishnas

Key Cast & Crew

Ross Peebles

Director

Terry King

Sound Recordist

Mandy Harris

Associate Producer

Kath Graham

Network Executive

Ric Salizzo

Series Producer

Mark Taylor

Post-Production