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November 23, 2018 By Johan Nayar 0 Uncategorized
Johan Nayar

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Sunset by the sea on a cold winter's day. Sunset by the sea on a cold winter's day.
One of my most amazing life experiences took place One of my most amazing life experiences took place in the village of Solang, a few miles north of the hippie haven of Manali, where the streets are paved with herbs. I had decided to do a tandem paragliding jump, and somewhat under the influence, I remember finding myself at the top of the hill. The instructor’s voice cut through the mountain air: “Run, run, run!” Just like calling “Action!” on set, it’s that moment of commitment where hesitation becomes your enemy. The ground dropped away, and suddenly, I was flying. Years later, I discovered The Art of Dreaming – a book I never finished. I’m not a believer in ghosts or spirits, which is where Castaneda lost me, but lucid dreaming? That’s something I do experience occasionally. Sometimes, the most valuable lessons come from incomplete journeys. I learned to recognise that moment in dreams when the ground no longer held me – just like that first paragliding leap. Whether in dreams, in flight, or behind the camera, there’s a state of pure flow where the rules of ordinary reality seem to bend. As a filmmaker, I’m constantly seeking that sweet spot between grounded reality and soaring imagination. It’s about finding the perfect balance – knowing when to keep your feet on the ground and when to let your creative spirit take flight. Looking back, that moment in India wasn’t just about the thrill. It was about realising that the most powerful creative experiences come when we’re willing to run full speed toward the edge of our comfort zone. Sometimes, you just have to trust your training and take the leap. Image 2 is the book the Art of Dreaming Image 3 is an AI generated image of lucid dreaming in flight #FilmDirection #CreativeJourney #Filmmaking #CreativeProcess #PersonalGrowth #Storytelling #BehindTheScenes
Crazy early start this morning, with peculiar oran Crazy early start this morning, with peculiar orange hues in the sky. We're on our way up to London for the next episode of Shoot your Shot, a podcast where guests take 10 shots, and open up. Looking forward to filming with @robbuckhaven @clara_batten_ and @expertvideo21
Down by the sea on Christmas eve. Have a great Xma Down by the sea on Christmas eve. Have a great Xmas everyone!
Had a great time with musical maestro @fraser_free Had a great time with musical maestro @fraser_freeze doing a session for a track for @robelighting. My first ever appearance as a session player, seemed to go well. Could be a budding side hustle on the way.
A few shots of my day trip to London to catch up w A few shots of my day trip to London to catch up with our core team, @clara_batten_ @robbuckhaven and Tom Fenton. As well as our special guest, @alex.s.watson Took the walk along the river, down by where I went to film school when I was 21. The last two shots are Tom getting stuck into the edit on the train, and the majority of the kit. The Canon C200 and the Canon EOSR. Add in the Black Magic 4K and some Rode mics, and you have almost everything you need for a great, and cinematic looking podcast.
Such a great venue for a show. The Marine Theatre Such a great venue for a show. The Marine Theatre down in Lyme Regis. Jingo Janga is one of my favourite @madalitsoband songs. So nice to catch up with the team as we head into the final phase of the documentary.
It was great to pick up the Science Award with @ch It was great to pick up the Science Award with @charleswerb at the Nice International Film Festival for @thechasedocumentary , during my time in the South of France. Especially, given that we are working on the sequel, and intend to collect data from the South Pole during our time out there in 2025. It was also nice to brush up on my French, which has been getting a bit rusty since my last trips over there! #awardwinners #science #filmmaker
Lovely spot in Nice for a swim Lovely spot in Nice for a swim
Guess who's making my next film? It's the one on t Guess who's making my next film? It's the one on the right... But still cool meeting one of the best in Ron Howard. He's got some fantastic films under his belt, and his Masterclass is ace too.
"I'm going where the sun keeps shining through the "I'm going where the sun keeps shining through the pourin' rain" Which iconic 60s film had Everybody's Talkin' on the soundtrack? Out here in Nice and enjoying the experience so far at Nice International Film Festival. Looking forward to dipping my toe into Cannes Film Festival for the first time too tomorrow.
Had an absolute blast shooting a pilot episode wit Had an absolute blast shooting a pilot episode with the talented @robbuckhaven , long time collaborator @clara_batten_ , my camera buddy @thomas.fenton.9849 and @ameliarhopkinson It's a great concept for a show, that requires a certain amount of booze consumption for both the host and t few guests. Special thanks to @royalcocktailexchange and @jagermeisteruk for their contributions to our palettes.
Quiet break in Cornwall, before the storm. A lot o Quiet break in Cornwall, before the storm. A lot of work coming up on my three big projects, The Chase, The Banjo Boys and Prodigal Monster - feeling recharged and ready to go.
It was great to pick up Best Director of a Documen It was great to pick up Best Director of a Documentary at the London FFI last week. Thanks to all of my friends and family who supported The Chase the day before at the screening. Here I am with inventor and adventurer extraordinaire, Charles Werb, who took a chance on me by bringing me in as the film's director. We have some big (and very cold) plans for the end of 2024. Will keep you all posted about the launch of this one, not too far off.
Looking forward to the screening of The Chase this Looking forward to the screening of The Chase this week in London as part of the London FFI. This is my statement about the film as director.
A beautiful stop off near Los Gigantes in western A beautiful stop off near Los Gigantes in western Tenerife with La Gomera in the distance
One of the highlights of visiting Tenerife was def One of the highlights of visiting Tenerife was definitely seeing the pilot whales. We managed to catch them before they took a deep 20 minute dive as they hunt for squid. Seeing these cetaceans in their natural habitat also helps to support the push against having such animals in captivity. Just down the road from Los Cristianos is Loro Parque where life expectancy is just a fraction of what it is in the wild.
Beautiful waters and dramatic skies in Playa del D Beautiful waters and dramatic skies in Playa del Duque, Tenerife
Had an amazing, and eventful week out in Dar Es Sa Had an amazing, and eventful week out in Dar Es Salaam and Zanzibar. First off the bat my phone was pickpocketed whilst shooting in the city centre, which threatened to derail the whole thing. Thankfully, after that incident, things went much smoother. The show in Dar was exceptional, I've never seen people move like that to the Madalitso Band music. And it was one final episode in the documentary, the band had their first break in Zanzibar back in 2017, so we were able to retrace their steps in that exotic place. The final phase was crossing the island to the lush side, with the best beaches I've ever seen. There was, however, one final drama in the sea the Stonetown side - where a speeding boat was pacing it straight for my head, thankfully I was able to swim out of the way in time, and made my way back to Bournemouth via ferry, plane and coach in the subsequent hours. It was great to catch up with Neil Nayar once more, and also happy to be back home too! Photos 2 & 3 by @pjmuny
Hi, everyone! I've just made a little testimonial Hi, everyone! I've just made a little testimonial video by Charles Werb commenting on our experiences together making a documentary about his adventures. Charles is a remarkable inventor and adventurer who built and sailed his own snow sailer and took it to Queen Maudland in Antarctica as well as many parts of the Arctic. Thankfully he had some kind words to say about my role as director and editor of the film. We had a great time working on this documentary, and I am very proud of the final product. It looks like it will be launching in February on streaming platform Adventure+ which is dedicated to adventure films. It's definitely an inspiring story about thinking outside of the box and following your dreams.
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