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Boredom (2012)

Boredom poster
Directed by
Albert Nerenberg
Genre
documentary film
Country
Canada

How it feels

This documentary looks at boredom from a scientific angle. It presents research that suggests boredom can hinder learning and might actually be a stressful state.

satiricalthought-provokingsoberinginquisitivelow-keyinformativewry

What happens

Boredom is a 2012 Canadian satirical documentary film directed by Albert Nerenberg and produced by Ina Fichman and Shannon Brown. The film was commissioned by the Documentary Channel and Canal D. Although the film's tone is satirical, the film presents serious scientific research then exclusive to the documentary indicating boredom impedes learning and may in fact be a state of stress. (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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