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Zen for Nothing (2016)

Overview

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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Werner Penzel profile
Werner Penzel

Director

Cast

Sabine Timoteo profile
Sabine Timoteo

Herself

Muho Nölke profile
Muho Nölke

Himself

Sabine Timoteo profile
Sabine Timoteo

Herself

Muho Nölke profile
Muho Nölke

Himself

Extra

Release Date

June 2, 2016

Original Language

German, Japanese, English

Budget

$0.00

Production Company

Werner Penzel Filmproduktion logoZDF logoARTE logoSRF logoRecycled TV logo

Available On

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Videos

ZEN FOR NOTHING - official US trailer thumbnail
ZEN FOR NOTHING - official US trailer

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