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Alex Ventimilla-Sanchez
Professor in the Department of English & Film Studies at the University of Alberta specializing in documentary studies and environmental/wildlife films; guest discussing Jane Goodall and David Attenborough documentaries.
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• 2h 8min
Jane Goodall VS. David Attenborough. With Alex Ventimilla | Ep. 95
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Guests Alex Ventimilla-Sanchez, a documentary studies professor, dives into the distinct approaches of Jane Goodall and David Attenborough in their documentaries on climate and animal welfare. They discuss stereotypes like the 'Ecological Indian' and the ethical implications of environmental messaging. The conversation spans from the shifts in documentary styles to the pros and cons of private funding. Alex highlights the effectiveness of emotionally driven narratives versus data-driven predictions in inspiring change and critiques the unequal impacts of climate change globally.
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