Being in the World
A Celebration of being human in a technological age
2009 · 1h 21m · Unrated
Documentary
Directed by
Tao Ruspoli
Overview
Being in the World is a celebration of human beings, and our ability, through the mastery of physical, intellectual and creative skills, to find meaning in the world around us. This film takes us on a gripping and surprising journey around the world meeting extraordinary people, showing how we go from following rules to proficiency, to becoming masters in the form artists, craftsmen, athletes, and, ultimately, unique human beings attuned to the sacred.
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