Assholes: A Theory is a 2019 Canadian documentary film directed by John Walker[1] Based on Aaron James's 2012 non-fiction book of the same name, the film explores the prevalence of self-centred asshole behaviour in contemporary society.[2] A variety of figures appear in the film, most notably actor John Cleese.[2]
| Assholes: A Theory | |
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| Directed by | John Walker |
| Written by | John Walker Robert Sandler Merrily Weisbord |
| Based on | Assholes: A Theory by Aaron James |
| Produced by | Ann Bernier Annette Clarke John Walker |
| Starring | John Cleese |
| Cinematography | Paul McCurdy |
| Edited by | Jeff Warren |
| Music by | Sandy Moore |
Production company | John Walker Productions |
| Distributed by | Documentary Channel |
Release date |
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Running time | 81 minutes |
| Country | Canada |
| Language | English |
Release
editThe film premiered in March 2019 at the Copenhagen International Documentary Film Festival, before having its Canadian premiere in April at the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival.[3] It received a limited commercial run in November 2019,[4] before having its television premiere on the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's Documentary Channel in 2020.[5]
Accolades
editThe film received a nomination for the Donald Brittain Award at the 9th Canadian Screen Awards in 2021. It was also a nominee for Best Editing in a Documentary Program or Series (Jeff Warren), and Best Writing in a Documentary Program or Series (Walker, Robert Sandler).[6]
See also
edit- Stupidity, 2003 Canadian documentary film
References
edit- ^ Norman Wilner, "Review: Assholes: A Theory will make you think about the jerks in your life". Now, November 27, 2019.
- ^ a b Chris Jancelewicz, "‘A**holes: A Theory’: John Cleese, director John Walker on what makes us jerks". Global News, November 21, 2019.
- ^ Doreen Nicoll, "John Walker's new documentary brings assholes to life". Rabble.ca, April 20, 2019.
- ^ Chris Knight, "All documentary Assholes: A Theory is missing is a theory". National Post, November 14, 2019.
- ^ John Doyle, "Weekend TV: Hugh Laurie’s wily turn in British political thriller Roadkill". The Globe and Mail, October 30, 2020.
- ^ Brent Furdyk, "Television Nominees Announced For 2021 Canadian Screen Awards, ‘Schitt’s Creek’ Leads The Pack With 21 Nominations". ET Canada, March 30, 2021.