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Jonah Hill, thanks for the life-changing “Stutz” documentary

September 7, 2023June 8, 2023 by Roger Darnell

Last October, Netflix released a feature documentary directed by Jonah Hill. It instantly leapt to my attention through the platform’s recommendation engine, but its buzz reached me from all directions. Still, it took my wife bringing it up in January for us to make the time and screen it together. For the record, it has changed my life.

Even in the trailer, Hill acknowledges the oddness of “a patient making a documentary about his therapist” (his words). Beyond that, I find Hill to be a fascinating and multi-talented person, and Dr. Stutz to be a bona fide gem. Even more specifically, with his process and his tools, the good doctor has helped the filmmaker immeasurably. To bring those tools to the attentions of others and facilitate understanding, Hill presents them methodically, then uses his own experiences to bring the lessons home in some surprising and authentic ways.

World Ocean Day: Let’s protect our home

May 15, 2024June 8, 2023 by Roger Darnell

World Ocean Day has been celebrating the ocean on 8 June every year since 2002. The need for protective action for the ocean has never been greater.

For people everywhere, in one way or another, the ocean connects us all. World Ocean Day formally unites and rallies each of us to protect and restore our precious shared ocean. Specifically,

Highdive, Cutters Win Big at Super Bowl

December 18, 2022August 30, 2022 by Roger Darnell

Josh Swade and Friends, Thanks for the Inspiring Ricky Powell Documentary

February 5, 2024February 1, 2022 by Roger Darnell

YouTube commenter “Heckler 220” mentions thinking about this documentary every day since seeing it: I can relate completely. Everyone who grew up in my generation was saturated with exposure to the Beastie Boys, Run DMC, and all the stars deemed famous by the non-stop pop-culture shock-and-awe of our era. Imagine hanging out behind the scenes with one of the wildest party people given total free range among the glitterati, who had the tenacity, gumption, and skill to capture them all through his camera lens.

That is the scene writer-director Josh Swade and his collaborators plunge us straight into, turning deep admiration and their all-seeing camera toward the world famous Ricky Powell, who lived that feverish dream until leaving us a year ago today at the age of 59. On film,

Visual Timeline and PR Case Study: Universal Studios Florida Production Group

September 1, 2023November 4, 2021 by Roger Darnell

In-depth PR case study materials follow. Last Updated 4 Nov. 2021

Bold Leaders Invited to Champion Gender Equality via UN Women’s HeForShe Global Initiative

May 14, 2024March 9, 2021 by Roger Darnell

On International Women’s Day, UN Women’s HeForShe movement issued a global call to leaders to join the newly formed HeForShe Alliance and help accelerate progress toward gender equality.

Launched by UN Women Global Goodwill Ambassador Emma Watson, HeForShe is a solidarity movement and an international platform that engages men and boys as allies to support the work of the women’s movement and ultimately create an equal world for all.

Experience the 2021 World Wildlife Day Film Showcase on 3 March

February 27, 2024March 2, 2021 by Roger Darnell

DWA principal Roger Darnell had the great honor of serving as a judge for the 2021 World Wildlife Day Film Showcase: Forests. “It is a wonderful feeling,” he said, “knowing that so many gifted storytellers and supporting organizations are dedicated to informing and educating the world on the importance of forests and conservation.”

Famous Images: Street Level Photography 2020

May 14, 2024February 2, 2021 by Roger Darnell

Street Level Photography was born as a community of photography enthusiasts, with particular interest in street photography. On its popular YouTube channel, you will find various contents: Top Selection photo galleries; reviews of books and photographic products; video tutorials to improve photographic techniques; chronicles of photographic travel experiences, and much more. All these themes are fully explored through the common lens and language of photography.

Promo video primer: 30 first-class examples

May 14, 2024June 22, 2020 by Roger Darnell

Back in 2014, a story from Chris Trimble appeared in the Guardian proclaiming video as the future of content marketing, with this dire warning: “small businesses who ignore it do so at their peril.” Since then, video usage has continued to climb, and more and more people and businesses are trying to engage, entertain and educate us with their on-screen storytelling. Bearing this in mind, I’m very happy to share some of the videos I’ve collected working alongside some phenomenal storytellers.

For your reference and enlightenment, I have chosen 10 examples apiece for three well-established niches of corporate communications. While most of these videos were designed for business audiences, each is artistic enough to appeal to just about everyone.

Five Essential COVID-19 Adaptive Marcom Tips, Week of 27 April

August 19, 2021April 27, 2020 by Roger Darnell

Being an excellent communications consultant is highly demanding. On top of all the other diligence and expertise, sustaining professional development is challenging – but also, very rewarding. This mindset introduces wisdom from those who have learned to excel through lifelong learning – and mindful sharing. I encourage you to catch this week’s free webinar, “How to Make Better Decisions” from the illustrious Elise Mitchell, and analyze the latest output from her accomplished peers.