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From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process

May 2, 2012 1h 19m

Originally released in 2012. From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process is a documentary/music film. directed by Tim Cawley. At just 79 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tom Perrotta, Maria Bamford, and Neville Page

Synopsis

Everyone has ideas. But what where do they come from? And what ensures they keep coming? How do you sort the genius ideas from the useless ones? Why invest all this hope and energy into making things in the first place? From Nothing, Something profiles creative thinkers across a variety of disciplines and finds common methods, habits, mindsets and neuroses that help bring breakthrough ideas into being. This is a thoughtful, intimate, often funny look at the creative process—straight from the brains of some of our culture's most accomplished and inspiring talents.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 2, 2012 13 years ago
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Runtime 1h 19m 79 minutes total
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Budget $250K Production budget
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Language English Original language

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Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$250,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process about?

Everyone has ideas. But what where do they come from? And what ensures they keep coming? How do you sort the genius ideas from the useless ones? Why invest all this hope and energy into making thin...

Who directed From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process?

From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process was directed by Tim Cawley.

How long is From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process?

From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process has a runtime of 1 hours and 19 minutes (79 minutes total).

When was From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process released?

From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process was released on May 2, 2012 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process?

The main cast of From Nothing, Something: A Documentary on the Creative Process includes Tom Perrotta, Maria Bamford, Neville Page, Sara Quin, Mary Sue Milliken.