THEATER OF THOUGHT

THEATER OF THOUGHT
USA | 2022 | DCP | 108 min.
Director: Werner Herzog
The most recently completed essay film from the great Werner Herzog explores the profound mysteries of the human brain, blending philosophical musings with an investigation of cutting-edge neurotechnology. Partnering with neuroscientist Rafael Yuste, Herzog embarks on a journey to meet innovators and thinkers grappling with the ethical, social, and existential implications of brain-computer interfaces, mind control, and consciousness itself. Illuminating the wonders and dangers of these advancements, the film challenges us to reconsider autonomy, identity, and the ever-blurring lines between science fiction and reality.