Taika Waititi
Filmmaker & Actor | Social Impact Through Media
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Taika Waititi is an acclaimed New Zealand filmmaker, actor, and screenwriter known for his unique cinematic voice and social impact. As the director of films like Jojo Rabbit, Thor: Ragnarok, and What We Do in the Shadows, Waititi has established himself as a visionary who blends quirky humor with poignant commentary.
His work has earned him an Academy Award, BAFTA, and multiple Emmy nominations. Waititi's TED Talks and keynotes provide an inside look at his creative process, the evolving landscape of filmmaking and media, and how storytelling can drive positive social change.
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Why humor is key to creativity
In this hilarious talk, comedian and director Taika Waititi considers the factors that drive an artist to make work, arguing that creative work needs to be fueled (to some degree) by fun -- and why a little humor can go a long way.
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