Assholes: A Theory (2019)
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?
Director: John Walker
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 82 min
Release Date: November 13, 2019
Cast
- John Cleese - Himself
- Vladimir Luxuria - Herself
- Geoffrey Nunberg - Himself
- Mary Sarnataro - Herself
- Edoardo Albinati - Himself
- Bill Emmott - Himself
- Lorella Zanardo - Herself
- Sherry Lee Benson-Podolchuk - Herself
Screenplay
Music: Sandy Moore
Editing: Jeff Warren
Production: John Walker Productions, ONF | NFB, Documentary Channel, Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada
Country: Canada
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
social commentary, morality, antisocial behavior
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Assholes: A Theory about?
- 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?
- Who directed Assholes: A Theory?
- Assholes: A Theory was directed by John Walker.
- Who stars in Assholes: A Theory?
- Assholes: A Theory stars John Cleese, Vladimir Luxuria, Geoffrey Nunberg, Mary Sarnataro, Edoardo Albinati, Bill Emmott.
- How long is Assholes: A Theory?
- Assholes: A Theory has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
- What genre is Assholes: A Theory?
- Assholes: A Theory is a Documentary film.
- Where was Assholes: A Theory produced?
- Assholes: A Theory was produced in Canada.