Zen for Nothing

Zen for Nothing

Released on
Documentary
Runtime
100 mins
(4 votes)

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.

Cast

  • Sabine Timoteo
  • Muho Nölke

Director

  • Werner Penzel

Producers

  • Werner Penzel
  • Madeleine Corbat
  • Peter Guyer

Screenwriter

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