Zen for Nothing

Zen for Nothing

6.5 /10 4 votes
June 2, 2016 1h 40m Released

Storyline

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.

Key Information

Director Werner Penzel
Writers Werner Penzel, Sabine Timoteo
Studio Werner Penzel Filmproduktion
Rating 6.5/10
Language DE

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Cast & Crew

Sabine Timoteo

Sabine Timoteo

Herself

Muho Nölke

Himself

Frequently Asked Questions

Zen for Nothing was released on June 2, 2016.

The runtime of Zen for Nothing is 1h 40m.

Zen for Nothing is a Documentary movie.

Zen for Nothing has a rating of 6.5 out of 10 on TMDB.

Zen for Nothing is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

Zen for Nothing was directed by Werner Penzel.

The main cast of Zen for Nothing includes Sabine Timoteo, Muho Nölke.

Zen for Nothing is originally in German.