Killing Time: The Science of Boredom

2025Movie52 min

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Story

Repetition is ever-present, life seems to lack meaning, and one feels insignificant. Apathy, melancholy, exhaustion—the same concept under different names. Boredom is a spectrum on which everyone has found themselves at some point. In everyday moments, such as folding laundry, taking a bus, or performing work that has lost its purpose, it becomes a silent companion. The film explores boredom, its causes, and how people cope to avoid frustration and maintain mental balance.

Crew

Directed by
Anni Brück
Written by
Anni Brück
Music by
Nils Kacirek

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Facts

January 1, 2025 · 52 min · Documentary

Released
January 1, 2025
Runtime
52 min
Genres
Documentary
Original language
German