About this movie
Hidden in the wooded mountains on the west coast of Japan lies the small Zen monastery Antaiji. A young woman sets off to immerse herself through autumn, winter and spring in the adventures of monastic life. The young woman is Sabine Timoteo from Switzerland. The abbot of the monastery is Muho Noelke, born in Berlin. An interplay between the philosophy of the Japanese Zen master Kodo Sawaki and the surprises brought forth by everyday life.
Quick facts
Year
2016
Runtime
1h 40m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 6.5/10
Votes
4
Genre
Documentary
Director
Language
DE
Cast
japan
zen
artfilm
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Questions about Zen for Nothing
How long is Zen for Nothing?
Zen for Nothing has a runtime of 1h 40m (1 hour and 40 minutes).
Who directed Zen for Nothing?
Zen for Nothing was directed by Werner Penzel and released in 2016.
What genre is Zen for Nothing?
Zen for Nothing is a Documentary film (2016).
Who stars in Zen for Nothing?
The cast of Zen for Nothing includes Sabine Timoteo, Muho Nölke.
What is the TMDB rating for Zen for Nothing?
Zen for Nothing has a TMDB rating of 6.5/10 based on 4 votes.
