Leviathan
No. 81
SMART, BUT TOO MUCH

Leviathan

Alexander Beiner · 2025 · 81m · Documentary

"What holds us together when everything falls apart?"

Why is social trust breaking down, and how do we find it again? This is the question at the heart of Leviathan. Directed and produced by Alexander Beiner, it draws on sociology, myth, psychology, economics and systems theory to delve into the deep code of culture and make sense of the times we live in. It’s a journey that invites the viewer to confront the shadows lurking at the heart of our systems, and points the way toward hope, healing and action.

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ScorecardThe Multi-Axis Verdict
Worth Your Time
7/10
Fun Factor
4/10
Originality
8/10
Visual Craft
6/10
Pretension Index
8/10
Rewatchability
5/10
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