Assholes: A Theory

Mar 24 2019 N/A 1h 21m
Documentary

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?

Plot

Inspired by the NYT bestselling book, this lively philosophical investigation into the rise of asshole behaviour across the world asks: What does it mean to be an asshole, and more importantly, how do we stop their proliferation?

Written by

Aaron James, John Walker, Robert Sandler

Directed by

John Walker

Cast

John Cleese, Suji Gelerman, Robert I. Sutton

Crew

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Production Countries

Canada

Production Companies

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

Languages

English

Awards

4 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
317
Average Rating
6.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA