Cornel West,
Peter Singer,
Slavoj Zizek,
Avital Ronell,
Kwame Anthony Appiah
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This documentary takes a look at the manifestations of contemporary philosophy through interviews with various figures in the field, who examine these existential issues from the vantage point of live... read more
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Flixster Reviews (114)
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November 25, 2009Philosophy has had a public relations problem for a few centuries now. It needs to be more is relevant to our daily life. I think we've all had enough of the plethora of self-help material out there.
In addition, I strongly believe in need to take time to read great philosophers ... read more
Critic Reviews
September 1, 2009
Rob Nelson, Variety
May 1, 2009
Gary Goldstein, Los Angeles Times
Director-writer Astra Taylor wisely avoids turning this talk fest into a talking heads fest by filming these effusive intellectuals in a variety of visually diverting, real-world environments. Full Review
April 24, 2009
J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader
There's plenty of food for thought here, though the movie is more a buffet than a meal. Full Review
February 26, 2009
Andrew O'Hehir, Salon.com
Taylor introduces a degree of playfulness and unpredictability that becomes the movie's M.O. Full Review
February 25, 2009
A.O. Scott, New York Times
Part of the fun of Examined Life comes from watching these very intelligent thinkers try to make themselves intelligible.
February 24, 2009
J. Hoberman, Village Voice
The viewer basks in the intelligence on-screen and, occasionally, soaks up the rays. Full Review
January 23, 2009
Kamal Al-Solaylee, Globe and Mail
A hugely successful and provocative attempt at elevating the tone of public discussion, and inviting some great minds along to help smooth the bumpy ride ahead of us all in 2009. Full Review
January 23, 2009
Greg Quill, Toronto Star
A mere taste of these big and radical notions, all of them life-changing at full dosage levels, seems like a bit of a tease. Full Review
February 25, 2010
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice
An unusual and compelling documentary featuring eight thinkers musing on philosophical matters as they walk in creative places. Full Review
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