Understanding Humanism
Films: Films by Category
Showing 10 random films
Where do we come from?
Where do we come from? tells the scientific story of our origins, from the Big Bang, through the evolution of stars, planets, life, and, ultimately, us, revealing what we are made from and how we are connected to the rest of the living world. This short but beautiful animation highlights the wonder in this story that humanists (and others) might draw on as a source of inspiration, meaning, and value in their lives.
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Humanism in Nepal
Uttam Niraula, Executive Director of the Society for Humanism Nepal, talks of the work of humanists in Nepal, including the setting up of a humanist village.
The motivations of humanist celebrants
Humanist celebrants talk about what motivates them to do what they do and their passion for people and stories.
Namings: Freedom and potential
Humanist celebrants describe how the freedom and potential of new individuals are captured within humanist naming ceremonies.
Un Bywyd, gwna’r gorau ohono
Our One life, live it well animation in Welsh: ‘Life is like a piece of string. It has a beginning and an end. We don’t get much say about that. But we can make choices about the bit in between. We have the freedom to shape our own lives.’ This short animation about the humanist approach to life addresses the importance humanists place on freedom, responsibility, and connections.
How much work is still to be done?
Andrew Copson describes the current state of play when it comes to achieving humanist ideals in the world.
Humanism and journalism
Journalist and writer Polly Toynbee talks about the humanist motivation for journalism.
How have we made progress?
Steven Pinker, a psychologist and author, speaks about how science, reason and humanism have been drivers of progress.
Humanism and music
Hear punk and folk singer-songwriter Frank Turner speak about creativity, empathy, and making life meaningful.
