Samsara is a new non verbal documentary film by
the creators of 1992's lauded "Baraka". It took five years to make, and
was shot in over 100 locations in 25 countries. It is one of only a
handful of films to be shot on 70mm film in the last forty years.
Directed by Ron Fricke and produced by Mark Magidson.
Samsara will be in US Theaters August 24th 2012, with international releases soon to follow. barakasamsara.com
Mickey Smith is a huge inspiration to me since I saw "Powers of three" for the first time over two years ago. I'm sure you have seen his "The dark side of the lens" it was featured almost everywhere on the web. Such a humble and natural guy. Truly inspirational talking, check it out:
I found this on Basti's blog and just felt like I have to share it on my blog too. Have a look at Basanostra Productions (Basti's Portfolio) for great work and even more inspiration!
Filmed over nearly three years, WASTE LAND follows Muniz as he journeys from his home base in Brooklyn to his native Brazil and the world's largest garbage dump, Jardim Gramacho, located on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro. There he photographs an eclectic band of "catadores" -- self-designated pickers of recyclable materials. Muniz's initial objective was to "paint" the catadores with garbage. However, his collaboration with these inspiring characters as they recreate photographic images of themselves out of garbage reveals both the dignity and despair of the catadores as they begin to re-imagine their lives. Director Lucy Walker (DEVIL'S PLAYGROUND, BLINDSIGHT, COUNTDOWN TO ZERO) has great access to the entire process and, in the end, offers stirring evidence of the transformative power of art and the alchemy of the human spirit.
So good! I could watch this music video over and over again! Danish director Martin De Thurah is a true genius! See more of his work on his vimeo page.
Just stumbled upon this: Paul Nicklen describes his most amazing experience as a National Geographic photographer - coming face-to-face with one of Antarctica's most vicious predators.
I think I saw his filmwork for the first time back in 2000 in the Alien Workshop video Photosynthesis. Absolutely loved it! Since than Greg Hunt has worked on dozens films, commercials and music videos. His work always stands out, he always has this special perspective, seeing things from a different angle. So this interview is a great inspiration again!
Alright, back in Austria since two days. Feels like I was not really on a trip for two months. Same same here. Though there are some new things I'll blog about soon... It's good to see family and friends again, but I miss the ocean already. Luke and me had a really good time in Indonesia. We were productive as well and a little tripmovie is coming sometime in the next few months. I have a really good feeling about it :) Can't wait to start working on it. But before I'll start on this one I have to process and upload some more pictures from our Morocco trip in March this year - there are some sick ones missing... Can't wait for the next trip! :P There are already some sweet destinations in my mind...
My fellows from Bubbles&Bones were productive as hell too. Andy & Tom are rocking London supergood. I have to visit them soon. Check out Andys latest shirt and buy one here! I saw some updates on our website and blog too. Nice!!! Andy, a multitalent he is, stated a nice blog about his surfboard shaping passion. As green as possible!!! Check all the good stuff out here!
Last but not least I spotted this one, can't believe it ;) Yeah Larry - keep this running and have a good time in Indonesia the next four weeks! Pull in!!! :)
I found this in my RSS reader today and love it. So I'm just gonna repost Nathan Oldfields blogentry because everything is already said in it and I agree 100%. Tight camerawork and editing as well!
This short reminds me of a favourite quote from Lauryn Hill: "That's what praising God is all about, it's doing your passion, fulfilling your passion. You know, that's how we are are thankful, that's how we say we appreciate the opportunity to be alive."
I'm always touched by people pursuing the things that stir their hearts. What else in this short life is so worthy?"
I just read on Phibs blog that Pete left Buck NY lately... I wish you all the best back in New Zealand man! Check out his amazing portfolio! So much talent there!!! Although I was working for a very short time at Buck NY sometimes it feels like it was yesterday. I'm sure that's because of the nice people there. You are part of the family as of day one! Very good times... :)
While browsing the dvxuser board I stumbled upon Macgregor's cinematography showreel. Very impressing, inspirational and beautiful work! Maybe a little bit too long... I think lots of his stuff was shot on RED according to the website he posted on his Vimeo page: redlab.es However... love the compositions and the use of light! The action shot at the end is freaking awesome!
Portfolio Series with DJ Struntz on Surfing Magazine. Nice selection and it´s always cool to hear a photographers thoughts... love his approach! Just one more confirmation that you can achieve anything with passion and hard work.
Photo by DJ Struntz. Check out his website as well.
_I love to create things. _Love the ocean, mountains & nature. _Passionate about traveling & surfing. _Addicted to all types of cameras & lenses. _Think green! _Life is good! _Peace.
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