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Assholes: A Theory

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?

Top Cast

  • John Cleese

    John Cleese

    Himself

  • Vladimir Luxuria

    Vladimir Luxuria

    Herself

  • Geoffrey Nunberg

    Geoffrey Nunberg

    Himself

  • Mary Sarnataro

    Mary Sarnataro

    Herself

  • Edoardo Albinati

    Edoardo Albinati

    Himself

  • Bill Emmott

    Bill Emmott

    Himself

  • Lorella Zanardo

    Lorella Zanardo

    Herself

  • Sherry Lee Benson-Podolchuk

    Sherry Lee Benson-Podolchuk

    Herself

Overview

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?

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