Movie: A Better Life

Top 10 Billed Cast

A.J. Johnson
A.J. Johnson

Self

Alex Honnold
Alex Honnold

Self

A.C. Grayling
A.C. Grayling

Self

Andrew Copson
Andrew Copson

Self

Cara Santa Maria
Cara Santa Maria

Self

Robert Llewellyn
Robert Llewellyn

Self

Adam Pascal
Adam Pascal

Self

Dan Barker
Dan Barker

Self

Daniel C. Dennett
Daniel C. Dennett

Self

Donald C. Johanson
Donald C. Johanson

Self

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    A Better Life

  • Overview

    There is no God. Now what? If this is the only life we have, how does that affect how we live our lives, how we treat each other, and cope with death. As a follow-up to one of Kickstarter’s most successful publishing projects, photographer and filmmaker Chris Johnson introduces us to some of the many voices from his book. In this fascinating documentary — learn the stories behind the book in interviews with some of our greatest thinkers. Join Chris as he explores issues of joy & meaning and travels around the globe meeting people from all walks of life and backgrounds who challenge the false stereotypes of atheists as immoral and evil. From Daniel Dennett and A.C. Grayling, to Julia Sweeney and Robert Llewellyn —learn the various ways many atheists have left religion to a better life filled with love, compassion, hope, and wonder.

  • Release Date

    2015-05-01

  • Average

    8.5

  • Rating:

    4.3 starts
  • Tagline

    An Exploration of Joy & Meaning in a World Without God

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  • Languages:

    English

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