: The film uses Aaron James's specific definition of an "asshole": a person who systematically allows themselves special advantages in social life out of an entrenched sense of entitlement that immunizes them against the complaints of others.
The film investigates the "breeding grounds" of contemporary asshole culture, ranging from Silicon Valley's tech giants and Wall Street's "bear pits" to toxic workplace environments and populist politics. Key Features of the Documentary
is a feature-length documentary (2019) directed by John Walker, inspired by the New York Times bestselling book of the same name by philosophy professor Aaron James .
: It features interviews and pungent commentary from: