Why Optimism is Our Only Choice with Louie Schwartzberg

Apr 12, 2023

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How does a cinematic journey into gratitude reflect the resilience of the human spirit? Award-winning cinematographer Louie Schwartberg, known for “Fantastic Fungi” and his latest film “Gratitude Revealed,” joins host Rose Claverie to delve into the making of his new movie, the power of optimism, and the role of nature in our lives. Tune in to uncover how Louie's passion for film and nature intertwines to inspire and uplift.

[1:56] - How did the idea emerge of doing a movie about gratitude after Fantastic Funghi? Itd a journey in the human soul.

[4:47] - From ashes comes rebirth: Louie's parents were holocaust survivors.

[7:39] - why optimism is the only choice.

[11:05] - What are people's reactions after watching "Gratitude Revealed"?

[12:16] - Louie's special scene in the movie. And mine (+ guess what, I am going to interview Alex Grey for the 7th season!)

[14:15] - Louie talks about the distribution of his movies. Why is he doing it himself, without the help of Hollywood anymore?

[16:56] - Extract of the trailer of "Gratitude Revealed".

[18:36] - Louie is grateful to be in Kaplankaya, for Harvest event.

[19:30] - What's Louie's reaction to our world destroying nature?

[23:40] - What's Louie's view about technologies?

[26:56] - Louie's next project.

[27:34] - Harvest of the Day : if Louie could choose something easy or simple that could make the world a better place, what would it be?

In two weeks, we will release Rodo Escalante's interview in Kaplankaya. Rodo suffered from autism, depression and also ADHD. He learned to navigate these mental issues thanks to yoga, breathing and deep diving. He will share his incredible experience. Don't miss the episode!

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Credits:

Sound editing by: @lesbellesfrequences
Technicians in Kaplankaya: Joel Moriasi
Music by: Chambord
Artwork by: Davide d'Antonio

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Harvest Series Founders: Burak Öymen and Roman Carel