AWARDS MPB FILMMAKER OF THE YEAR
SOUND FOR INCREDIBLE AUDIO
Sound recording and design is crucial in any film, but when you have to create the audio for a full-length documentary shot on location in Africa, it takes on a new level of complexity. Yet, Tom Martienssen masters the sound in his film Rhino , the result of a deeply personal journey that took him from the front lines of war reporting to the heart of Kenya’s conservation efforts. “Over the course of four years, I have lived and worked alongside the courageous rangers who protect some of the world’s most endangered creatures, finding in their fight a renewed sense of purpose,” he begins. “ Rhino is not just a documentary, it’s a celebration of resilience and hope. A story about the power of indigenous communities told through the eyes of those who shaped the land. This film is a testament to the extraordinary efforts of Kiloku, Rita and all those on the front lines of conservation.” Martienssen says that, with each scene being real and undirected, he worked hard to bring a cinematic quality that could capture the raw beauty and urgency of their mission. This includes visuals and a soundscape that keep audiences connected. “We are aiming to create a new standard of ethical storytelling – not parachuting in, but living and breathing the story side by side with our characters. I sold my house and became a Kenyan resident,” he reveals. “I hope to contribute to the growing global awareness of the importance of protecting biodiversity – with dedication, humanity can win the war for our planet’s future.”
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