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Cinematic Storytelling - The Heart vs. The Head

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore the art of cinematic storytelling with Emmy-winning filmmaker Paul Atkins in this TEDxMaui talk. Delve into Atkins' experiences documenting wildlife and cultures around the world, from Antarctica to the tropical Pacific, for renowned organizations like National Geographic, BBC, and PBS. Discover how his passion for preserving the natural world, particularly in his ecologically vulnerable island home of Hawai'i, has influenced his work. Learn about his impactful projects, including the Emmy-winning "Hawai'i: Strangers in Paradise" and "Voyage to Kure," which led to the designation of the Northwestern Hawaiian Islands as a National Monument. Gain insights into the power of emotion in storytelling, the origins of Hawaii, and the impact of human activity on marine life, including dolphins and sharks. This talk offers a unique perspective on the intersection of filmmaking, conservation, and the art of conveying powerful narratives through visual media.

Syllabus

Intro
The Great White
The Power of Emotion
Storytelling Species
The Origin of Hawaii
Strangers in Paradise
The Northwest Hawaiian Islands
The Impact
The Dolphin
The Shark


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