Jef Sewell

Jef Sewell, a filmmaker and co-creator of the documentary "All Illusions Must Be Broken," dives deep into the legacy of cultural anthropologist Ernest Becker. They discuss the influential thesis of our unconscious fears of mortality and its relevance today. Sewell explores how modern culture evades death and the pursuit of 'immortality projects' through art and creativity. He also shares insights on the impact of childhood upbringing in a consumer culture and reflects on the transformative journey of filmmaking, revealing the power of storytelling to shape our understanding of life.