HĀ
HĀ
Share Stories, Take Action!
Concept
HĀ intends to Share Stories occurring throughout the natural world in the form of documentary series. We want to inspire the world to embrace natural beauty, travel in full freedom, and share their stories with the people they meet on the road.
HĀ bases its productions on three pillars.
Raise awareness towards the preservation of ecosystems & species in their natural environments.
Place local actors of change at the center of our stories.
Promote an ecologically responsible way of living & travelling.
Share Stories,
Take Action!
Concept
HĀ intends to Share Stories occurring throughout the natural world in the form of documentary series. We want to inspire the world to embrace natural beauty, travel in full freedom, and share their stories with the people they meet on the road.
HĀ bases its productions on III pillars:
I. Raise awareness towards the preservation of ecosystems & species in their natural environments.
II. Place local actors of change at the center of our stories.
III. Promote an ecologically responsible way of living & travelling.
About us
Max founded HĀ after studying zoology and business management. This academic journey gave him a deep understanding of the animals he films, their behavior and habitat while providing him the skills to manage and market a company effectively. As a certified safari guide (FGASA level I), Max has a wealth of knowledge on how to share wildlife stories, how to respectfully capture stunning shots, and how to interact safely with nature.
Max explores various documentary styles, discovering his own…. Max, being largely influenced by Werner Herzog, likes to incorporate elements of poetic documentary into his wildlife stories. He also draws inspiration from gonzo filmmaking, which emphasizes the importance of the filmmaker’s personal approach and personality in the piece, rather than solely focusing on objectivity. This is reflected in his use of humor, exaggeration, and occasional profanity.
He articulates these styles through a guerrilla filmmaking approach, as he believes it allows for a more natural outcome. An unplanned and spontaneous way to enhance the authenticity and realism of the story being told.
About us
HĀ comes from the Jo-ha-kyū; a concept widely found in japanese arts such as poetry, music, dance, theatre and martial arts. Translated, it means story development. The story of our relationship with the natural world is currently at that stage, and we want to ensure it develops into a harmonious ending.
HĀ is a production collective created and managed by young people eager for adventure and passionate about nature. Having wandered through more than eighty countries inspirations are motley. From the far East to the West, from the frigid North to the Cape of Good Hope; from Mike Horn to Cizia Zykë, from Jacques Cousteau to David Attenborough.
Our mission is to show that there can be alternate ways of living, closer to nature, closer to our own essence, closer to true riches. Dostoyevski says in The Idiot: “Beauty will save the world”.
HĀ shares stories that convey this beauty, invoke mystery, and inspire people to respect our natural world. Ultimately our stories aspire to act as a catalyst for change.
Projects
Saving Zinave
Driven by a love for wildlife, Louis embarks on an adventure, joining Zinave National Park’s rangers in their efforts to protect the sanctuary from relentless logging & poaching.
The Red King
In a primordial forest, an instinctual struggle to ascend is about to take place. Follow Tia’s ordeal in the timeless Białowieża forest.
Up in the Sky
Moving with the seasons, migratory birds create dazzling aerial shows when they hover over our cities. Experience life, up in the sky.
Projects
Saving Zinave
Driven by a love for wildlife, Louis embarks on an adventure, joining Zinave National Park’s rangers in their efforts to protect the sanctuary from relentless logging & poaching.
The Red King
In a primordial forest, an instinctual struggle to ascend is about to take place. Follow Tia’s ordeal in the timeless Białowieża forest.