Assholes: A Theory

11/13/2019

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1hr 22min

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Documentary

STORY

Some people grapple with the moral challenges of treating human beings decently. Others are just… assholes. Inspired by Aaron James’ New York Times bestseller of the same name, this documentary investigates the breeding grounds of contemporary ‘asshole culture’ — and locates signs of civility in an otherwise rude and nasty universe. Venturing into predominantly male domain, this film moves from Ivy League frat clubs to the bratty princedoms of Silicon Valley and the bear pits of international finance. Why do assholes thrive in certain environments? What explains their perverse appeal? And how do they keep getting elected?

CAST & CREW

    Cast

  • John Cleese
  • Vladimir Luxuria
  • Geoffrey Nunberg
  • Mary Sarnataro
  • Edoardo Albinati

    Director

  • John Walker

INFORMATION

    Production Companies

  • John Walker Productions
  • ONF | NFB
  • Documentary Channel
  • Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada

    Production Countries

  • Canada

LANGUAGES

  • English

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