The film investigates the "breeding grounds" of contemporary asshole culture, ranging from Silicon Valley's tech giants and Wall Street's "bear pits" to toxic workplace environments and populist politics. Key Features of the Documentary
: Rather than just identifying the problem, the film looks for signs of civility and suggests strategies for "asshole management," such as refusing to enable or celebrate toxic behavior.
: Director John Walker travels to locations including Los Angeles, Italy, and Canada to explore how different cultures produce and react to entitled behavior.