Colin Stokes
Filmmaker & Storyteller | Exploring Human Connection Through Media
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Colin Stokes is a filmmaker and storyteller whose work explores the power of media to shape our understanding of the world and our connections with one another. As the former Creative Director at Upworthy, he oversaw the production of impactful short-form videos that reached millions.
Stokes' TED talk, 'How Movies Teach Manhood', has been viewed over 3 million times, offering a fresh perspective on gender norms in media. In his keynotes, he empowers audiences to become more conscious consumers and creators of content, using storytelling to build bridges and promote positive social change.
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How movies teach manhood
When Colin Stokes' 3-year-old son caught a glimpse of "Star Wars," he was instantly obsessed. But what messages did he absorb from the sci-fi classic? Stokes asks for more movies that send positive messages to boys: that cooperation is heroic, and respecting women is as manly as defeating the villain.
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