Zen for Nothing
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.
- Overview
- Cast
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Zen for Nothing
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jun 2, 2016
Runtime
1h 40m
Genres
Documentary
User Score
65%
Original Title
Zen for Nothing
Production Companies
Werner Penzel Filmproduktion, ZDF, ARTE, SRF, Recycled TV
Director
Werner Penzel
Description
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.
