The documentary aims to showcase the conlanging community and make the topic accessible to a general audience.
The involvement of actor Jason Momoa highlights the importance of authenticity in language creation for visual media.
The editing process of condensing over 150 hours of footage into a film that appeals to a general audience is discussed, along with plans for companion materials and crowdfunding support.
Deep dives
The Documentary: Exploring the World of Conlangary
The podcast features an interview with Britain, who is creating a documentary on constructed languages (conlangs). Britain discusses his inspiration for the film and the importance of representing conlanging as an art form. He also highlights the involvement of key conlangers like David Peterson and Christine Schreyer in the project. The documentary aims to showcase the conlanging community and make the topic accessible to a general audience.
Engaging with Esoteric Conlangs
The interview touches on the challenges and rewards of delving into lesser-known conlangs. Stephen Travis, creator of the Tapisserie language, is highlighted for his extensive work in constructing both a script and a spoken language. The unexpected discoveries of fluent and literate conlang speakers without formal linguistic education are also discussed, highlighting the passion and dedication of the conlanging community.
Conlanging in Pop Culture and Fandom
The involvement of actor Jason Momoa, who performed in Dothraki in Game of Thrones, is highlighted. Momoa's commitment to learning and speaking the conlang demonstrates the importance of authenticity in language creation for visual media. The podcast also explores the deeper engagement and personal connection that fans can have with conlangs, discussing the use of conlangs as tattoos and the emotional attachment fans feel to the languages created for their favorite franchises.
The Editing Challenge and Future Extensions
The podcast delves into the editing process of the documentary, highlighting the difficulty of condensing over 150 hours of footage into a film that appeals to a general audience. Plans for a companion book and potential bonus materials on DVDs or online platforms are discussed as possible ways to include additional content. The importance of crowdfunding and community support is emphasized to help expand the project and showcase the breadth and depth of conlanging.
Conclusion
The podcast concludes with appreciation for the efforts put forth by Britain and the impact the documentary will have in promoting the world of conlanging. It emphasizes the goal of making conlanging accessible to both conlangers and the general audience, celebrating the diversity and passion found within the conlanging community.
In this very special episode, we interview Britton Watkins about his upcoming documentary Conlanging: The Art of Crafting Tongues while his husband films us for said documentary. Keep your eye out for their crowdfunding to start, and look forward to seeing our faces when the film is released next year. You can see information on... Read more »
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