Assholes: A Theory
2019•NR•1h 22m•4.0•Released
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?
Director
John Walker
Writer
John Walker, Robert Sandler
Languages
English
Studio
John Walker Productions
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
Production
Company
John Walker Productions
Company
ONF | NFB
Company
Documentary Channel
Company
Canada Media Fund | Fonds des médias du Canada
Producer
Annette Clarke
Producer
John Walker
Producer
Ann Bernier
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