Director and cinematographer Mark Bone shares his journey into filmmaking and how to live a cool story. They explore the importance of embracing one's unique voice and the power of storytelling. Mark also discusses his online academy, the Art of Documentary, and his nutritional regimen.
Gaining new experiences and perspectives forms the foundation for developing a vision in filmmaking and life.
Asking creative and unique questions helps create a space for deeper and more meaningful responses in interviews.
Knowing your true identity and values is more important than focusing solely on what you want to do, leading to fulfillment and meaning in life.
Deep dives
Developing a Vision through Perspective and Experience
Developing a vision for a film or for life comes from gaining perspective through experiencing new things. By consuming art, meeting new people, and being curious, one can develop a unique perspective that forms the foundation for a vision.
Asking Thought-Provoking Questions
As a director, asking good questions is essential for conducting interviews and getting insightful answers. By asking questions in a way that people haven't heard before and rephrasing inquiries creatively, one can help create a space for deeper and more meaningful responses.
The Importance of Vision in Filmmaking and Life
Having a vision is crucial in both filmmaking and life. A vision provides direction and allows others to understand where you are headed. It is important to share your vision with others, be clear about it, and provide a perspective that people can rally behind.
Defining Who You Are
Knowing who you are and who you want to be is more important than focusing solely on what you want to do. By understanding your true identity and values, you can make decisions and pursue endeavors that align with who you are, leading to fulfillment and meaning in life.
Importance of Untold Stories
Mark emphasizes the importance of telling untold stories in his work. He believes that through storytelling, he can have a significant impact on people's lives and create positive change. Mark's goal is to simplify storytelling and make it accessible for everyone, regardless of their experience level. He aims to follow the two greatest commandments of loving God and loving your neighbor in his work.
Benefits of an Animal-Based Diet
Mark discusses his transition to an animal-based diet and the positive impact it has had on his health. He talks about how it has improved his sleep, energy levels, and overall well-being. Mark acknowledges the importance of balance in nutrition and emphasizes the value of carbohydrates for endurance training. He mentions following the principles shared by Paul Saladino, but also highlights the need for individual experimentation and finding what works best for each person's body.
We have a very special episode today. I got to have a conversation with Mark Bone, a director and cinematographer from Toronto Canada. Mark is a wealth of knowledge when talking about story. As a storyteller, Mark knows what it takes to live a cool story. We get to talk about how Mark got into filmmaking, his online academy Art of Documentary, and we even get to dive into his nutritional regimen! Enjoy the episode and watch the video version on YouTube!
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