In this conversation, filmmakers Alex Lamb and Max Well discuss their documentary 'The Donn of Tiki,' which chronicles the life of Donn the Beachcomber, a pivotal figure in the Tiki culture. They share insights into their creative process, the challenges of documentary filmmaking, and the unique storytelling techniques they employed, including animation. The filmmakers reflect on the lessons learned from Donn's life, their experiences during the film's roadshow, and their future projects.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to The Donn of Tiki

01:21 The Donn of Tiki Interview

03:25 The Journey of Filmmaking

05:58 Animation as a Storytelling Tool

12:33 Lessons from Don's Life

15:36 The Road to Distribution

19:09 Future Projects and Inspirations

24:34 Wrap Up

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