Confronting Superstition: A Documentary by Richard Dawkins

In this compelling two-part documentary, evolutionary biologist and acclaimed author Professor Richard Dawkins addresses the rise of irrational and superstitious beliefs, spanning topics from astrology to New Age mysticism and alternative health practices. He highlights the risks posed by the blend of knowledge and nonsense in our digital era, advocating for a return to reason and scientific thinking.

Part One – The Irrational Health Service: Professor Dawkins explores the conflict between rationality and superstition in healthcare. With over $1.6 billion spent annually on alternative remedies, he reveals that 80% of these treatments lack proper scientific validation.

Part Two – Slaves to Superstition: Dawkins delves into the widespread prevalence of irrational beliefs that overshadow logic and evidence. Gaining insights from illusionist Derren Brown on the tricks of psychics, he attends a séance to confront a medium, where he finds that many rely on personal anecdotes rather than factual evidence to support their beliefs.

With a well-researched and authoritative approach, Professor Dawkins offers a rational perspective on the world.

Rated: E (exempt from classification)

Duration: 105 minutes

Released: 2007