Monsieur Chouchani was a legendary figure whose life and work remains shrouded in mystery. Widely considered one of the greatest philosophers of the 20th century, Monsieur Chouchani lived as a tramp despite his intelligence and profound wisdom, never having any possessions to speak of.
Self taught with an intellect that was unparalleled, Chouchani spoke ten languages with ease and inspired great love and loyalty amongst some of the most famous figures in history. He was often referred to as the Mozart of the mind for his insights into philosophy, literature, art and music. To this day, many who knew him remain tight-lipped about his life and teachings.
The documentary: “Chouchani: The Mystery Of The Wandering Sage” tells the story of this enigmatic man. Through interviews with those close to him as well as historic footage from the time period in which he lived, it gives us an intimate look into his life and legacy. We learn about how he gained knowledge from books he found around Paris’ Latin Quarter, how he managed to inspire loyalty among some of France’s foremost intellectuals, how his insight into shifting global philosophical trends shaped entire generations – all while living on the streets without anything but what little he had on his back.
This documentary gives unprecedented access to this mysterious philosopher who managed to transcend boundaries between nations and classes alike through his sheer intelligence by providing a unique window into his world. Whether you’re a student of philosophy or just curious about one man’s ability to affect so many lives as much as Monsieur Chouchani did, then this documentary is definitely worth watching!
