Robin Danehav is a Swedish documentary filmmaker behind the ambitious '100 Documentary Project,' which highlights everyday heroes and their hidden stories. He shares his transformative journey from IT to filmmaking, sparked by a dinner with a pasta maker in Lisbon. Robin emphasizes how travel shapes his storytelling, revealing emotional depth in his subjects. He discusses the importance of integrity over clicks and reflects on the challenges faced while filming in Uganda, showcasing the power of genuine connection and empathy in storytelling.
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How A Pasta Dinner Sparked The Quest
Robin met Alex, a vegan pasta maker in Lisbon, and filmed him after a shared dinner, which sparked the 100 Documentaries idea.
The first film was a 25-minute cook-along and later reworked into a shorter documentary version.
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Counting Down Reshaped The Project
Counting down from 100 shaped Robin's project structure but made tracking and communication harder.
He released film number 100 first and is currently working toward lower numbers as he progresses.
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Everyone Has A Story Worth Telling
Every person carries an impressive story if you look closely enough.
Robin focuses on visually appealing narratives but never discounts quieter stories.
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What can happen when a filmmaker decides to spotlight invisible geniuses and hidden stories that change how we see the world?
Robin Danehav is a Swedish documentary filmmaker known for embarking on a bold quest to create 100 short films revealing the everyday impact-makers whose stories remain untold. Based in Stockholm and often traveling worldwide, Robin explores humanity, creativity, and empathy through compelling, intimate films.
In this episode, Robin shares how the “100 Documentary Project” began, what fuels the journey, and why storytelling rooted in purpose can reshape our lives.
Robin shares how a one-year TV course and leap from IT sparked his filmmaking path and why his “100 Documentary Project” became both a purpose and a personal challenge. You’ll hear what it means to reframe your side hustle as your main work, and how traveling to places like Uganda and Bali shaped his storytelling. Robin opens up about the emotional depth he seeks in his subjects, why integrity matters more than clicks, and the biggest creative lesson travel continues to teach him. Whether you’re a storyteller, creator, or traveler, you’ll walk away with new insight into the value of empathy and everyday impact.
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Tune In To Learn:
Why a dinner with a pasta maker in Lisbon led Robin to start his filmmaking quest
How counting down from 100 shaped the structure and mindset of the project
Advice for identifying emotional moments even when subjects are camera‑shy
Why reframing the side hustle as your main purpose can change everything
How storytelling connects emotion and deeper impact
How travel constraints sparked creative solutions on location
How collaborating with a mission‑driven coffee company enabled an unforgettable shoot in Uganda
Tips for filming long‑form with limited gear and adapting when tech breaks
Insight into the editing grind, the “80/20 rule,” and the tweaks that take the longest
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