Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things

Minimalism: A Documentary About the Important Things details the benefits of living a non-materialistic, or minimalist, lifestyle. Directed by Matt D’Avella, the documentary follows several people on their journeys towards a more minimalist way of living. It aims to educate and raise awareness about the excessive amount of waste produced, as well as the surplus of unnecessary ‘things’ in today’s world.

The film was created and produced by Ryan Nicodemus and Joshua Fields Millburn, two authors and podcast creators who have been practising minimalism for several years. While much of the film focuses on the two men, it also highlights others. Artists, architects, and even a former Wall Street broker are among those interviewed and followed, offering a broader picture of a life largely free from material possessions.