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Ted Hesser Podcast

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Society & Culture

Davis Guggenheim: Hollywood, Politics, & Doc Film Making

Davis Guggenheim: Hollywood, Politics, & Doc Film Making

2024-11-06
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This episode is with Davis Guggenheim, the Oscar-winning director known for 'An Inconvenient Truth' and 'Waiting for Superman.'

We dive into Davis's storied career, his insights into Hollywood, the art of storytelling, and the personal and professional challenges he's faced along the way.

02:10 Early Career and Influences
11:43 Navigating Hollywood and Family Connections
21:30 Training Day
32:05 Facing Setbacks and Finding New Paths
44:43 An Inconvenient Truth
01:01:13 The Challenges of 'Waiting for Superman'
01:07:33 Reflections on Filmmaking and Criticism
01:14:14 Access to Powerful Figures
01:21:14 The Future of Filmmaking and AI
01:27:11 Closing Thoughts and Advice

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