Being in the World

"A Celebration of being human in a technological age"

Dec 30 2009 Unrated 1h 21m
Documentary

Being in the World is a celebration of human beings, and our ability, through the mastery of physical, intellectual and creative skills, to find meaning in the world around us. This film takes us on a gripping and surprising journey around the world meeting extraordinary people, showing how we go from following rules to proficiency, to becoming masters in the form artists, craftsmen, athletes, and, ultimately, unique human beings attuned to the sacred.

Plot

BEING IN THE WORLD takes us on a journey around the world to meet philosophers influenced by the thought of Martin Heidegger, as well as experts in the fields of sports, music, craft, and cooking, in a celebration of human beings, and our ability to find meaning in life through the mastery of physical, intellectual, and creative skills.

Written by

N/A

Directed by

Tao Ruspoli

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Mangusta Productions

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
418
Average Rating
7.3 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA