The Unscripted Files with Madelyn Cunningham

Surviving Black Hawk Down: Reframing the Narrative with DP Stefano Ferrari


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In this episode, Madelyn Cunningham interviews Stefano Ferrari, the director of photography for the documentary 'Surviving Black Hawk Down.' Stefano shares the choices behind his framing of both the American Army Rangers and Delta Force soliders, as well as the Somali citizens. He talks about why, thirty years later, telling this story is crtitical. They discuss the importance of storytelling in documentaries, the emotional impact of war, and the challenges of representing different cultures authentically. Ferrari shares insights into his creative process, the significance of empathy in filmmaking, and the relevance of telling historical stories in today's context. The conversation highlights the collaborative nature of documentary filmmaking and the need for authenticity and access to tell powerful stories.

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