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telling stories. challenging systems. building a new future for filmmakers.
Wild Commons was built to challenge the outdated distribution models that dominate documentary filmmaking. This blog explores the stories, communities, and characters behind our films, while examining how independent filmmakers are building a new future for environmental storytelling.
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Meet the team - HAYDEN HANKE
Before picking up a camera, Hayden was photographing distant galaxies from his cul-de-sac. That shift in perspective — from the cosmos to the creatures closest to home — set him on a path combining science, visual storytelling, and conservation. Here, Hayden reflects on his journey from astrophotography to filmmaker engagement, and why images and stories may be our most powerful tools for protecting the natural world.