Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things

Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things

How might life be better with less?

Directed by Matt D'Avella

Produced by Catalyst

201579 min6.6 / 10

An optimistic, accessible documentary exploring how intentional simplicity and decluttering can lead to more meaningful lives and deeper human connection.

How might your life be better with less? The popular simple-living duo The Minimalists examines the many flavors of minimalism by taking the audience inside the lives of minimalists from various walks of life.

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  • Is Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things violent? No. Less violent than 92% of films.

  • Is Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 88% of films.

  • Is Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Does Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.

  • Is Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things sad? Not especially. Less sad than 73% of films.

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