Oscar-winning director-producers Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth (Chai) Vasarhelyi consistently deliver stunning visuals and compelling documentary content. And following such breakout films as “Meru,” Oscar- and Emmy-winning “Free Solo,” Emmy-winning “The Rescue,” and “Wild Life,” which took advantage of pro climber-cinematographer-NatGeo photographer Chin’s 20 years of athletic cinema and Vasarhelyi’s relentless producer drive for perfection, they moved into feature directing with long-distance swimming drama “Nyad,” which scored Oscar nominations for stars Annette Bening and Jodie Foster.
Over the years, the filmmakers have established their filmmaking prowess, combining immersive cinema verité visuals with deeply felt personal drama. That is on full display in their latest collaboration with NatGeo, the series “Photographer,” for which the duo matched six of the world’s most renowned shooters with veteran directors Marshall Curry, Kristi Jacobson, and Sam Pollard, plus Sundance alumnae Crystal Kayiza and Rita Baghdadi, and set them loose to return with bespoke...
Over the years, the filmmakers have established their filmmaking prowess, combining immersive cinema verité visuals with deeply felt personal drama. That is on full display in their latest collaboration with NatGeo, the series “Photographer,” for which the duo matched six of the world’s most renowned shooters with veteran directors Marshall Curry, Kristi Jacobson, and Sam Pollard, plus Sundance alumnae Crystal Kayiza and Rita Baghdadi, and set them loose to return with bespoke...
- 3/19/2024
- by Anne Thompson
- Indiewire
After making their first narrative feature “Nyad,” which debuted last year and earned Oscar nominations for the film’s stars Annette Bening and Jodie Foster, Academy Award winning directors Jimmy Chin and Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi (“Free Solo”) are returning to their documentary roots with “Photographer.”
The six-part National Geographic docuseries features seven photographers — Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen, Dan Winters, Campbell Addy, Krystle Wright, Muhammed Muheisen, and Anand Varma. Vérité footage of each subject’s current mission is interwoven with interviews and archival footage to demonstrate how each photographer approaches their work, the intention behind that work, their process, and how they each discover, see and experience the world.
To bring each of the National Geographic photographers’ stories to life, showrunners Chin and Vasarhelyi hired six veteran documentary filmmakers: Marshall Curry (“Racing Dreams”), Crystal Kayiza (“Rest Stop”), Sam Pollard (“MLK/FBI”), Kristi Jacobson (“Solitary”) Rita Baghdadi (“Sirens”) and Pagan Harleman...
The six-part National Geographic docuseries features seven photographers — Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen, Dan Winters, Campbell Addy, Krystle Wright, Muhammed Muheisen, and Anand Varma. Vérité footage of each subject’s current mission is interwoven with interviews and archival footage to demonstrate how each photographer approaches their work, the intention behind that work, their process, and how they each discover, see and experience the world.
To bring each of the National Geographic photographers’ stories to life, showrunners Chin and Vasarhelyi hired six veteran documentary filmmakers: Marshall Curry (“Racing Dreams”), Crystal Kayiza (“Rest Stop”), Sam Pollard (“MLK/FBI”), Kristi Jacobson (“Solitary”) Rita Baghdadi (“Sirens”) and Pagan Harleman...
- 3/18/2024
- by Addie Morfoot
- Variety Film + TV
The upcoming week will mostly be marked by a plethora of reality shows with some notable expectations arriving on Apple TV+, Disney+, and Netflix. The highlight of the week will certainly be the long-awaited ‘X-Men ’97’, ‘Three-Body Problem’ and ‘Davey & Jonesie’s Locker’ and ‘My Undead Yokai Girlfriend.’ Let’s see what’s new:
1. ‘Photographer’ Season 1
The show will explore the work and influence of renowned photographers Campbell Addy, Cristina Mittermeier, Paul Nicklen, Muhammed Muheisen, Anand Varma, Dan Winters, and Krystle Wright across different genres of photography. ‘Photographer’ will premiere on National Geographic on Monday, March 18 at 8:00 Pm-10:00 Pm Est and if you miss an episode you can always stream it a day later on Disney+ and Hulu. The first season will consist of 6 episodes in total.
2. ‘Physical: 100’ Season 2
‘Physical: 100’ is a reality show which returns with the second season on Netflix. The premise of the...
1. ‘Photographer’ Season 1
The show will explore the work and influence of renowned photographers Campbell Addy, Cristina Mittermeier, Paul Nicklen, Muhammed Muheisen, Anand Varma, Dan Winters, and Krystle Wright across different genres of photography. ‘Photographer’ will premiere on National Geographic on Monday, March 18 at 8:00 Pm-10:00 Pm Est and if you miss an episode you can always stream it a day later on Disney+ and Hulu. The first season will consist of 6 episodes in total.
2. ‘Physical: 100’ Season 2
‘Physical: 100’ is a reality show which returns with the second season on Netflix. The premise of the...
- 3/18/2024
- by Valentina Kraljik
- Fiction Horizon
Get ready for an insightful journey into the world of photography with the latest episode of “Photographer” airing on National Geographic. In Season 1, Episode 4 titled “Campbell Addy: Feeling Seen,” viewers are invited to delve into the life and career of renowned photographer Campbell Addy.
As one of the most prominent figures in the industry, Addy finds himself at a pivotal moment in his career. At the height of his success, he faces a turning point that challenges him both personally and professionally.
Through captivating visuals and candid interviews, this episode offers a unique glimpse into Addy’s creative process, inspirations, and the stories behind his iconic photographs. From his humble beginnings to his rise to prominence, viewers will witness the passion and dedication that drive Addy’s groundbreaking work.
Join National Geographic on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 9:17 Pm for “Campbell Addy: Feeling Seen,” and discover the world through the lens of a visionary photographer.
As one of the most prominent figures in the industry, Addy finds himself at a pivotal moment in his career. At the height of his success, he faces a turning point that challenges him both personally and professionally.
Through captivating visuals and candid interviews, this episode offers a unique glimpse into Addy’s creative process, inspirations, and the stories behind his iconic photographs. From his humble beginnings to his rise to prominence, viewers will witness the passion and dedication that drive Addy’s groundbreaking work.
Join National Geographic on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 9:17 Pm for “Campbell Addy: Feeling Seen,” and discover the world through the lens of a visionary photographer.
- 3/18/2024
- by Jules Byrd
- TV Everyday
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