Higher Calling

After the sudden loss of his brother, filmmaker Ben Forman sets out on a life-changing motorcycle journey through the Himalayas in search of answers to one of life’s most profound questions: what happens when we die? Joined by two friends on three motorcycles, Forman travels deep into the remote mountains of northern India, meeting Buddhist monks and local communities to explore different perspectives on death, spirituality and the meaning of life. Filmed at altitudes of up to 18,000 feet, Higher Calling combines spectacular Himalayan landscapes and challenging motorcycle adventure with an intimate exploration of grief, healing and personal transformation. As the journey unfolds, the road becomes more than a route through the mountains, it becomes a path towards understanding, resilience and finding a way forward after loss. A powerful story of adventure, brotherhood and healing, Higher Calling explores how extraordinary journeys can help us find meaning when life takes an unexpected turn. Official Selection 2026: Raindance Film Festival.