FEATURE FILM

Zen for Nothing

6.5/10
TMDB4 votes
Original: 100 min

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.

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About Zen for Nothing

Zen for Nothing (2016) is a film in the documentary genres. Directed by . The cast includes Sabine Timoteo, Muho Nölke.

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Original language
Runtime
100 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
Switzerland, Japan, Germany
Production companies
Werner Penzel Filmproduktion, ZDF, ARTE, SRF, Recycled TV
Directors
Writers
Werner Penzel, Sabine Timoteo, Ayako Mogi

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What is Zen for Nothing about?

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.

Who stars in Zen for Nothing?

Sabine Timoteo, Muho Nölke. See the cast cards above for character names.

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