• Assholes: A Theory

Assholes: A Theory May 2026

, a former tech executive who discusses the "move fast and break things" mantra in Silicon Valley.

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

: Director John Walker travels to locations including Los Angeles, Italy, and Canada to explore how different cultures produce and react to entitled behavior. Assholes: A Theory

: Rather than just identifying the problem, the film looks for signs of civility and suggests strategies for "asshole management," such as refusing to enable or celebrate toxic behavior.

: 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. , a former tech executive who discusses the

You can find more information about the film on its official website or its IMDb page . Documentary Film - Assholes A Theory: John Walker 2019

, an Italian LGBTQ activist who reflects on her confrontations with Silvio Berlusconi. : Rather than just identifying the problem, the

: It features interviews and pungent commentary from: