The Art of Documentary Filmmaking with Ömer Sami | A2 THE SHOW #556

On the next episode of A2 THE SHOW, we're joined by Ömer Sami, a British-Irish-Turkish filmmaker behind ETERNAL FATHER(2023), an Oscar-shortlisted documentary featured in The New Yorker, and INTO THE BLUE(2023), which played at Telluride and Hot Docs. From his beginnings with SAM AND THE PLANT NEXT DOOR(2019) to his recent work exploring trust, ethics, and the emotional depth of real-life characters, Ömer shares how he crafts powerful stories through careful subject selection, visual intention, and deep empathy. Tune in as we dive into his journey from UCLA to the National Film School of Denmark and how his documentaries uncover entire worlds through intimate human connection.👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_omersami/👉Please visit our website to get more information: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/⏰Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction 05:59 – Discovering Sam's awareness 10:15 – Lessons from first Denmark doc 15:38 – Footage vs. Final Cut 20:08 – Tata's social journey 24:49 – Police, ethics & filming 30:48 – Trust & honest portrayals 36:10 – AI voice editing concerns 43:26 – Eternal Father discussion 48:54 – Right subject unlocks the story 53:32 – Visual rules & emotional clarity1:00:02 – Risks and impact after Hamdan's attack🔔Get on an unforgettable adventure with A2 The Show! From inspiring resilience to tickling your funny bone, our podcast is your beacon in the mental health fog.https://www.youtube.com/@A2TheShow/?sub_confirmation=1 🎶 Audio Music is currently on your favorite platforms:🔊Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2GQye3rZo6oMf7bMXNyXy7?si=BZmmuvLjT6afpYRsVovWUg&nd=1&dlsi=2e7ed237a1b04221 🎵ApplePodcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a2-the-show/id1516414362☕️Buy us a coffee at https://ko-fi.com/a2theshow 🔗 Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/a2theshow ✅ Stay Connected With Us.👉Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a2theshow 👉Threads: https://www.threads.net/@a2theshow 👉Website: https://a2theshow.com/a2-the-show/ ✅ For Business Inquiries: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com =============================✅ Recommended Playlists👉 A² - Psychologyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b8R-GSmOLFA&list=PLJSbTfMFhOybbbcU4kKikwrRffQBtza6P&pp=iAQB 👉 A² Trendinghttps://shorturl.at/mgym9📣Other Videos You Might Be Interested In Watching: 👉 Lana Salah on Comedy, Censorship & the Fight for Palestinian Representation | A2 THE SHOW #555 https://shorturl.at/5v7jt👉Ethics of AI in Warfare: Rania Hoteit on Technology, Conflict, and Accountability | A2 THE SHOW #554 https://rb.gy/h8ggoj👉Your Brain's Secret Power to Heal Your Body with Gül Sönmez Palumbo | A2 THE SHOW #553 https://shorturl.at/dxc6U👉How a Sudanese Comedian Conquered Paris: Musta Jorry | A2 THE SHOW #552 https://shorturl.at/4t9yJ=============================✅ About A2 The ShowWelcome to A² The Show – your ticket to the human mind's wild rollercoaster! We're a crew of pals from Lebanon, now globally scattered, who combat homesickness with friendship, gaming, fiery chats, and a sprinkle of controversy.Our podcast is more than just words; it's a fun-fueled rebellion against the everyday and a beacon in the mental health fog. With a diverse lineup of guests who've braved the depths of the human psyche, we're here to inspire resilience, provoke thought, and tickle your funny bone.So strap in for a journey through the human mind's crazy maze. It's like your favorite video game, but the cheat codes are science, empathy, and a dash of madness. Dive into "A² The Show" – your unforgettable adventure starts here!Ride the digital waves with us on social media: @a2theshowAli "The Professor" Haajl @alitheprofessor alitheprofessor.comSaeed El Jammal @saeedjay97Mohamed Owydat @mowydatAbbas Jawhar @abbasjawhar3Ameer Asmar @cold_and_flewSherif Seif El NasrFor Collaboration and Business inquiries, please use the contact information below:📩 Email: asquaredtheshow@gmail.com