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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- Elli Thor is an Icelandic photographer, surfer, and former kayaker. A decade ago Elli nearly drowned under a waterfall while kayaking a challenging Icelandic river. The near death experience became a catalyst for personal growth and his professional career. After walking away from kayaking, a newfound passion for surfing and the birth of his daughter Unnur gave him a new perspective worth living for.
Directed by: Chris Burkard
Assistant Director: Ben Weiland
Written by: Matt McDonald
Director of Photography: Jeff Taylor
Executive Producers: Matt Parnell, Evan Slater
Produced by: Mike Sandifer, Chris Burkard
Story by: Ben Weiland, Chris Burkard, Matt McDonald
Cinematography: Ben Weiland, Jeff Taylor, Chris Burkard, Egill, Sal D'Alia
Drone Operators: Chris Burkard, Ben Weiland
Water Cinematography: Ben Weiland, Chris Burkard
Editors: Dave Phelps, Ryan Espinosa, Jeff Taylor, Ben Weiland
Music Licensing: Ryan Espinosa, Mike Sandifer
DIT: Matt Foley
Still Photography: Matt Foley, Chris Burkard
Set PA: Matt Foley
Sound Design: Jan Bezouska
Colorist: Dave Phelps
Graphic Artists: Ben Weiland, Kyle Kerr, Riley Brown
Surfers: Heidar Logi
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Feeling gulity for watching this for free. What a masterpiece!
Same here.
Seriously! 100%
Yeah man I was thinking the same
It has ads so does receive funding
@@PS-Straya_M8 so do movies in the theaters we go pay for i thought
Great story and amazing cinematography! Keep up the awesome work guys!
We all have people who think what we are doing is a waste of time. They can't seem to see past what they consider normal.
I can completely relate to this
Amen
wait, what is normal ?
@@davet3677 Exactly.
"People say that I'm a dreamer ... but I'm not the only one." - John Lennon
This one got me. I have a 15 year old daughter and an 11 year old son, both with autism. I consider my wife my soulmate, if there is such a thing, but because of her childhood experiences she really struggled for several crucial years. She was and is more responsible than anyone I’ve ever known but as she struggled with anger and stress her heart wasn’t where it needed to be and our kids suffered for it. I had to cut my hours in half for a couple years and eventually I took an indefinite leave of absence. My hobbies died one by one as the years went by. I still haven’t been able to go back to work completely.
I had to be dad and mom too, at least in a nurturing sense. My wife always did better with our son so I spent a lot of time with our daughter. I’d take her to the family farm where I had worked for 10 years. We would spend her spring breaks there. We’d explore nature and go hunting and fishing together. She won a pageant a couple years ago. It was for girls with disabilities. She got to represent our state at the national pageant. My wife wanted nothing to do with it so I took her. It was one of the best weekends of my life. Yeah, I’ve turned into a softy but I’m not ashamed. Kids need to know their parents love them.
Today I’m almost in disbelief because I had just about lost all hope when, I’m happy to say, my wife pulled through. Honestly for the past eight months she’s been more patient and empathetic than I’ve been. Unfortunately our daughter is a mess. If I listed ALL of her diagnoses no one would believe me. I live everyday in disbelief. No matter how bad things have ever been I’ve always made sure my kids know I love them.
Tonight at tuck in my daughter said to me, “Dad, you are the most patient parent in the whole world and I love you so much.” I welled up. A couple hours later I watched this film by pure coincidence and the well got emptied.
God Bless you sir. 🤍
❤just want to acknowledge how challenging your journey has been and what a loving heart you have.
Dear @derrickrr5516
Your story is very touching. I completely understand what you're going through and I respect very much your devotion to your family. How are things these days? Hard I suppose. I wish you all the best and may God ease your pain and give you peace and strength to keep going. Life is not easy, I know. I have a 3y old daughter with a medical condition and is very hard too. But I am trying every day to show her how much I love her and how important she is for me.
Me: Super emotional about to cry...
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This was such a touching movie! The monologue is incredible and quotes are really really good.... Well captured Chris!
“Can we go surfing tomorrow?”. Is there any question she’ll remember these days with loving memories? Impossible not to. Well done dad.
As a single, fulltime parent with 1 daughter... I so relate to this film! Thank you for making. His worries, and hopes are real. He hopes his kid carries on what he loves most... large part of my you tube channel is me doing that. The whole thing where he ponders the why he lived... totally relate, as retired Army, I have so many why me's, etc... an yes you look at her a wonder, was it because of her... For me, now that she is 18 and beginning college, I can only hope, I gave her a compass with a couple possible headings, and someday she can use that to find her way back to where she came from. Thank you again!
I have had the pleasure of spending time with Elli recently during a vacation in Iceland. He is one of the kindest people I met. Everyone we met in Iceland seemed to appreciate the beauty of their home. A gentle soft spoken man of extreme talents and kindness. My life is blessed for having met and for spending time with him.
Id be honored to meet Elli
Wow!!! How amazing for you....this film is a true gem!!! Beautiful in every way 😍
hey, you really touched me with this film. i ve never been to iceland, but had an icelandic horse which passed away a week ago. he was my best friend when i was finding my own path and discovering surfing. i believe that the soul of an icelandic horse goes back to its homeland when it dies. surfing is helping me to cope with this loss so much...one day i will surf in iceland and will hopefully feel the presence of his spirit.
I hope you get to go there real soon! It’s such a beautiful place no wonder you’d want to be a photographer there! Maybe see you up there
I’m not a horse person, never had the chance, but I rode in northern iceland a few days ago. Totally smitten with Icelandic horses now, sorry for your loss
Wow, beautiful all around? What camera lens set up was mostly used?
Watched it last week and can’t stop telling people they need to see this one. Love your work Chris! Motivates me to get better everyday.
Just cried a little on a Wednesday afternoon. Thanks for this Chris, Unnur, Elli. A father of two girls.
The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your relationships, as this beautiful film shows.
I'm in tears man. Elli, thank you for your bravery. Chris, this was absolutely breathtaking. When the right story comes along, I think we're ready to see a feature. Well done team!
Such a great documentary. Sublime and incredible quality in all aspects of cinematography, picture, sound, everything in this really makes you to connect with the story in a second. GREAT job for all the team part of this masterpiece.
As a filmmaker, a dad of a daughter, a worshiper of nature...I think this film is wonderful. Thank you for taking the time to tell a 'small story' that speaks to the existential. Great work!
So cool! This one jumped out at us from amongst the rabble of social media! A truly touching moment watching an incredible unfolding story of love. Thanks Chris for creating this and sharing such a personal journey of this father and daughter. I know I'll be watching it over and over again.
Beautiful simple beautiful, soothing.
How... I mean HOW can 11 people give this video and incredible story a thumbs down. Seriously????
Excellent work, and beautiful story telling!!
You made the right choice Brother. Having been to Iceland with my little girl I have Always said before I ever saw this film this is where we need to be to reconnect.
unreal cinematography...I mean, the whole movie is incredible, such a touching story, well crafted by the directors, Unnur and Elli are wonderful...but really, the visuals are out of this world! I'm deeply impressed by this film! Thank you!!!
A touching and multilayered story about living our passions, parenthood and staying true to oneself. Thanks to all involved for sharing this with the world....I have watched it now 3 times because it is so moving. While the photography is stunning the life’s messages are thought provoking ones that linger with us.....
Story, inspiration, culture, and photography... It was magical 19 min. Huge thank you for y'all.
Chris, this is so beautiful. Outstanding work and extremely inspiring ! Thank you.
Can you give me a hint, please? What camera and what lenses did you use when shooting this movie?
as one who has adventurous parents who uprooted me from “the norm”, I am MOST grateful. One tip. Realise she is like an expat kid. Help her understand that not everyone is like her, not everyone has yet tasted a strawberry. Help her to place herself in their shoes. My parent were explicit with me about this when I was about 12. You are showing her self-determination. Please continue! ❤️
Beautiful short. I connected with it both as a parent and a photographer. Great editing and storytelling.
Absolutely beautiful! Great story, extremely well done film. I loved the detail of never hearing Unnur's voice until the final second of the film where she asked to go surfing tomorrow. That was a great way of sort of tying up the monologue from Elli where he talked about wanting Unnur to make the hardest decision of deciding what she wants to do instead of what the world wants her to do. Love your work man, and great job to your team!
You're a beautiful soul Elli, your daughter will grow to be the same! Amazing video Chris, beautifully done! Have an amazing life guys!
Well done Chris and all involved. A very beautiful story that rang home to me on many personal levels. Also makes me miss iceland even more. Lol. Great work!
This was so so beautiful and stunning. It actually moved me to tears. I cannot believe how anyone could put a thumbs down for it. But unfortunately, those are the people who are asleep and so sadly unconscious. They live in such a sad and unbeautiful world. What you just brought us was beauty beyond words. Thank you so much
Man it just makes me wanna go play in the ocean with my kids. The perfect escapism.
Wow! Incredible! Will talk to my Subscribers about your Channel 🌸🌸🌸 Really thank you! Pure #magic 🦋
Great film!!
What body and lens are you using for this my friend??
Sometimes we can't explain why we do the things we do, but we just can't stop. Thank you for sharing this story, Chris!
Amazing🤩. Thank you very much for sharing this wonderful story and pictures 🙏🏼.
Didn't just watch it!......Lived it!!!
Great story, beautiful people, great video work ;)
I'm speechless. So much inspiration. Love the story and the way you produced it. Thank you for such a masterpiece.
Beautiful story, Unur reminds me of my granddaughter Scarlett. Amazing landscape. If only it wasn't so cold.Nature is a beautiful place to be. Thankyou from Australia.
A beautiful inspiring film! Love everything about it! Thank you very much for sharing the joy, beauty and passion!
Just great - in every aspect. To tell something "NOT spectacular" in such a heartwarming way is a great gift. Visuals are so well fitting into this as well. If you can manage to put out a bts video about camera(s), lenses, post... it would be awesome. Really good.
Somehow i discovered this without looking . . . I found it extremely moving and utterly beautiful. Thank you . . . . Following your heart is never a waste of time
Beautiful and touching. In some ways our story is similar - 2 young children living in the city but who have been immersed in the natural world since they were born. At 8 and 10 they have no interest in the passive electronics that is consuming their friends, they will fight to protect nature and they are learning about the responsibilities that come with being a human in rugged environments. They are extraordinarily fit just from their human powered adventures and they seem to grow wings with unbounded joy as they run trails, climb trees and swim in creeks. They seem happier, more grateful and contented than their peers and are never 'bored'. They are also likely to choose their own paths - at least, that is our hope. They didn't come with instructions and our parenting is filled with uncertainty and doubt - we are just trying to reflect the best of our own experiences growing up.
So Elli - you are not only encouraging in your daughter the growth of character strengths and a sense of wonder and joy in her world, but you are gifting her spirit to a world that is so desperate for folks with gratitude, independent thinking and the courage to stand by it. Your honesty and the sheer beauty of this remarkable film is a shining light. Many thanks from Sydney, Aust - Dave
If this isn’t the dream film to create I don’t know what is. The style, editing, story, to the cinematic’s and emotion it conveys just makes me want to work ten times harder towards my dreams of making something this amazing one day. You’ve done it again Chris
Thank you for this amazing 19 minutes !!! Love your work !!
Evocative and powerful piece of story telling, It affirms my believe that you should never sell you dreams and the only normal you should live in life should be yours.
An awesome movie that makes you feel happy about life. Loved it!
This is one of the most inspiring movies iv ever seen. Chris you're amazing... Actually amazing.
Absolutely speechless. This was incredible.
Gracias ! Спасибо ! Thank you very much! Beautiful video !Like from Russia!
Watched this after watching your Sony Fundamentals of Documentary Filmmaking video. Great story and incredible images. Thanks for making this and sharing the story with us! Look forward to watching the BTS.
What more could you want from life? Lovely story and great cinematography, a joy to watch.
phenomenal.
Goodness what a gorgeous film. Everything about it was perfect. Wow. Bravo Chris 👏👏👏
Just a beautiful film and story. Touches your soul.
Piece of art. This is one of the most breathtaking short films I have ever seen. Really emotional and touching, incredible sceneries and landscapes. All in 19 minutes, just can congratulate the team behind this masterpiece.
Thanks for sharing that with us!!!!! Nice lifestyle, amazing images!!!! I hope one day I will passing by...
I can't believe what I just watched here, it's amazing! Congratz from Brazil to you Chris, Elli and Crew! Hope one day I can do some cinematography like this.
So beautiful and inspiring!! Thank you for sharing this on UA-cam.
Wow. This has been the most inspiring video I've seen today. Lots of different feelings going through my head. I guess thats what you were looking for.
Thank you and Much Luck. You've got yourself a new follower.
Wow. If your child enjoys spending time with you, trust it. Is it 100% for them? 100% for you? In the end, I doubt that’s a big deal. Sharing your passion with the world, with your child, that’s an amazing thing. Never apologize for that.
Man!!!!! So simple yet so powerful!!! So deep!! What a nice piece of art you got there!!! Thanks for sharing it!! Congratulations for this piece!!!
What a life❤ keep doing what you’re doing ❤
Loved your film, you’re an artist.
Very inspiring. Thank you. Back in 2014 I visited Iceland and had to make a short film about its magic...
Wow to think I’ve been living my life without seeing this......
Absolutely amazing movie, stunning views, moving story ... and an inredible way of living. A masterpiece
Chris, I've been a huge fan for a few years and you have inspired me to start creating my own content to share with the world. Thanks! Also any advice on a new drone purchase? Trying to decide between the mavic pro 2 or mavic air 2.
One of my favorite docs of all time. Thank you so much for this film Chris. Inspires me so much as a young filmmaker.
Great work guys! Beautifull story and breathtaking scenario, congratulations!!
What a beautiful gift this movie is. Thank you Chris for making this!
Holy shiish! This was amazingly good! 😍🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🤙🏼🙏🏼
Great Cinematography, i think this documenter shouldn't be free. Great, it's soothing and blissful
I have a few friends who've recently had kids. Their sense of journey hasn't changed and tho their kids don't realize it today, they'll gain the same sense of journey and discovery.
I enjoyed Unnur for its sense the importance of sharing the journey with your kids and of being present with your kids. What ever your journey is. It's 17 minutes everyone could benefit from.
Wow!! A video production class and a beautiful story! Congratulations! You won a follower!
How disappointing. Nice photography but the story was very slight. We didn't really learn much about the NDE and how it affected you.
Wow, this is amazing, I'm watching this because my professor told us to watch for an exam, and in truth, I enjoy every bit of it. This really inspired me, I just got done watching the fundamentals of the documentary you made and I had to share with one of my friends who wants to shoot a documentary her ideas are really catchy and this video is a great way to have more ideas. I'm inspired and I've always wanted to be a director I feel like with more of your video and practice I'll get there.
THANK YOU CHRIS.
She is a very lucky kid! What a beautiful life they have! Love and beauty ❤! Thank you for this amazing film. You're a gifted story teller!
I'm here from the Rich Roll podcast. Beautiful film and story. I'd like to share with people who enjoyed this film may also enjoy watching the Green Renaissance channel who make beautiful film stories. 🌿🌻✌
Totally immersive and thought provoking. Really excellent!
what camera and lens?
Amazing story! Excellent film! Thanks for sharing this story!
Really cool documentary and cinematography! Thanks for sharing!
Had the luck to see first your Sony workshop, which helped me to appreciate even more the great storytelling. Loved it.
Thank you, thank you, thank you. I resonated with your film so much. So much so, l almost shed a tear. Im a father of 3 boys and am from Australia but live in Norway as my ex, the mother of my children, is Norwegian. So l am stuck here alone until they reach 18. So as a parent, l struggle too. Am l bringing them up correctly? I hope so. One day they will also be surfers like their father. 🙏🤙
This movie is so bloody beautiful. I'm in tears.
Congratulations!
Cheers from Brazil, mate
one of the most beautiful movie I have seen recently. thank you.
Very nice story an an incredible cut and color grading . Such a beautiful Inspiration..... thanks you so much for Sharing.
Great Work! Incredible storytelling and presentation of this journey.
Wow what a spectacular presentation, fascinating. Brilliant footage and story telling. The value and respect of nature a good reminder. Thank you.
I saw this on Iceland Air and I'm SO glad it's so easy to find on UA-cam. I came back to study the light and cinematography. Gorgeous.
Amazing film. Thanks for sharing this simple, but classic and beautiful story with the world.
Yeh really enjoyed this, nice story, beautiful location, well shot, thanks for making this.
Does it really matter what people think??? Not really. What matters is that your are finding happiness and sharing LOVE. There is no greater purpose in LIFE. Well done my friend. Blessings always
OMG so well done. It was really beautiful...amazing work. Im inspired!!! To make my own little films better and tell the stories I have in my heart
The greatest documentary I have ever seen. Super amazed.
amazing! such a beautiful story and so beautifully filmed.. just loved it!
Beautiful Story, Love it, you do a good job as a father 👍😍 Great film too, amazing pics 👍
Wasn’t expecting this, wasn’t expecting anything….. beautiful