

Zen for Nothing
Visit website6.5/10 • 4
2016-06-02 • 1h 40m
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.
- Directors
- Werner Penzel
- Writters
- Werner Penzel, Sabine Timoteo, Ayako Mogi
- Editors
- Werner Penzel, Ayako Mogi

Zen for Nothing
Visit website2016-06-02 • 1h 40m
6.5/10 • 4
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.
- Directors
- Werner Penzel
- Writters
- Werner Penzel, Sabine Timoteo, Ayako Mogi
- Editors
- Werner Penzel, Ayako Mogi
Top Billed Cast
View CreditsSabine Timoteo
Herself
Muho Nölke
Himself
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- Original Language
- German
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- Keywords
- japanzenartfilm