War Photographer
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Movie Reviews of War Photographer
Movie Review: This documentary will move you!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this movie because I have a penchant for photography. I saw James Natchway speak online for TED ([...]), he seemed like the type of person to really be attempting to do good with his craft. Seeing what he goes through as a "War Photographer" conjures those who have come before such as Robert Capa, Mathew Brady, and many others who have used photography for this documentation purpose. I have showed clips of this to people, as at this time it is completely on Youtube...and they don't know much of photography, but were blown away by what they saw. I think anyone who is interested or aware of the front page of the New York Times, or many images that are placed on Time and many other world aware publications would find it intriguing as to what it takes to get that photo there.Movie Review: War Photographer a Must for Photojournalists
Summary: 5 Stars
The film "War Photographer" is probably the best documentary I've seen profiling a photographer. Often these type of films give a cursory look at the photographer's life, maybe mention his/her philosophy and don't touch on his/her techniques at all. While unfortunately it doesn't go into any depth of how Jim Nachtwey grew up, his influences or training, it does explore his thoughts on being a war photographer and goes so far as to attach a mini camera to him as he shoots in various locations. This gives the viewer, and would be war photographer, an intimate look on how Nachtwey shoots his various subjects. From camera technique to positioning to interacting with his subjects, we see how he performs his job. It would be a good film for an aspiring photojournalist to watch.Movie Review: An Inspirational Experience
Summary: 5 Stars
This documentary was by far the most moving, piercing, inspirational piece of film or any media I have ever seen. Not only is the subject, James Nachtwey, deeply inspirational in his devoted, quiet, compassionate commitment to documenting the lives of the countless millions suffering today, but the film itself is extraordinary. Seeing the full context of the photographer's subject before the photo is taken (through a videocamera attached to the camera) makes the effect of Nachtwey's work, his life, and the lives of those he photographs that much more powerful. This is the one documentary I would recommend all of my friends watch. Truly inspirational.Movie Review: Inspiring and Well-Made
Summary: 5 Stars
I watched this movie during my photography class at school. I wasn't sure what to expect, but this was not it. The movie was amazing, well-made, and extremely insightful. It may not have inspired me to go out and photograph wars, but it has inspired me to find a purpose with my photography and to send a message. The movie captivated me throughout, and I found myself impressed with Nachtwey's character and ability to handle himself in such deadly locations.
A must-see for any photographer, amateur or otherwise, as well as for anyone who just wants to know where all those pictures come from. Jim Nachtwey is one of my newest heroes.
Movie Review: Your Life Will Never Be The Same
Summary: 5 Stars
This film documents one man's lifetime contribution to humanity of showing the western world the suffering of everyday people.Families destroyed by war, atrocities and injustice that cannot be described in 30 second news bites by CNN. It is not for the weak of heart. The photographs by themselves are almost surgical in their perfection but the narration of his experiences in Kosovo, Ruwanda, Jakarta...etc. breathe life into the understanding of the human beings, the actual persons...
the uncle, the wife, the child and the reality in which these people live and die. You will be affected by this film.