"Burning Man: A Journey Through The Playa" BURNING MAN ORIENTATION

SEE DUST SEGMENT AT 15:00 MIN MARK!!! TEMPLE BURN AT 21:22!!!
An in-depth Documentary on the principles of Burning Man. What it is to the people who attend, what they get from their experience, and what they take with them from their time on the Playa.
Frustrated with the misconceptions of Burning Man, I set out to create a Documentary on Burning Man and how it effects the people who attend.
Burning Man Org is focusing on Burning Man 2022. After the success of Burning Man 2021 / Plan B / Rogue Burn / Renegade Burn, there will be some notable changes. The 2021 burn was a mark in history. Estimated 30,000 Burners showed up and made the event happen without the Burning Man Org. The event was free, and many old school Burners claimed this is what BM felt like many years ago before it became too organized.
Burning Man 2022 had record heat and dust storms. Many Burners left the even early.
Mud at the 2023 Burning Man has trapped 70,000 people at the festival.
If you like this video.....then you'll really like my videos at my Oceans Unknown KZbin Channel here:
/ @oceansunknownwithtodd...

[@RetreatfarmFarmvilleVirginia]

Watching this Film and reading adverse comments like i see in the videos about Burning Man i actually feel great sorrow for you. For you'll never get it...you'll never understand what life is about. You think your vain selfish existence is the way to live when in all actuality your life hasn't even left the starting point. Life is experiencing as much diversity and sharing love and simple pleasures in the short time we have been given. It doesn't mean a life of debauchery or constant partying but a healthy balance to enable you to know the differences. I was fortunate to learn this simple lesson when i was 12 years old standing with my grown cousins at Woodstock listening to Richie Haven singing "freedom" knowing that when it was all over my cousins would be leaving for Vietnam and i might never see them again. And i didn't. Live your life to the fullest and stop judging others and join them in life. Peace.

[@TonyCastelluci]

While I really dig all the art installations, I suppose I already feel how the people in this video do. The thing that turns me off from wanting to go is that I see an overt materialist reductionist mentality that exists despite claims of a kind of metaphysical peace. Turned down going for years now. For me living life to the fullest is kayaking on a cold water spring and seeing gators, bears, and the rare Florida panther. (for example). Sometimes its making great art. Thats pretty badass you were at Woodstock when you were 12. I can see how that event would make you dig something like this. And I suppose there is a sense of unity with all who go to Burning Man. But honestly, watching these videos, I get a sense of egos yearning for people to notice them. Which, yeah, everyone wants to be noticed and loved. I get that. But for me, I see a lot of options to express and fill this need that doesn't include making this scene. And while I'm happy to see videos of this event, (now at a click on this groovy thing called the web), I'm also happy I trusted my intuition and stayed away. But a an observer and lover of art and people, I think these make interesting videos.

[@sonnywyatt7819]

You miss the point. It's not about being noticed but about having the freedom to express ones self without society telling us how to do so. Try to collaborate with a black bear on an art project, or participate with a grizzly in a gifting economy, If you've turned down what some people call a bucket list item you're missing out, that's on you. Don't try to put it off on your judgements of the people you see at burning man. You have no clue what the majority of people at burning man are like, nor do I and I've been there. Experience informs better than assumption. You'll never peg what the experience is like for one person let alone 80,000 of them. I welcome you to outgrow your self-limiting preconceived ideas and attend. Test yourself. It's a different experience than what you listed, it's not supposed to be kayaking, or animal watching, it is what it is to each individual, you get the burn you need. Go and see what I mean. You won't regret it.

[@TonyCastelluci]

I'm sure you are right about liking it if I went.

[@ToddKortte]

Tom I am sorry to hear about your cousins. I am glad you got a chance to spend that time with them before they left for Vietnam. The unfortunate message that gets out about Burning Man is that its all parties, sex, and drugs. I made this Documentary because I was frustrated with the real meaning of the event and what it does in a positive way was not leaving the event. My Documentary focuses on what it means and what is does to help people. Give then a chance to not be judged and experience a simulated society of freedom. There are so many amazing seminars at Burning Man everyday on self development, personal growth, spiritual journeys, relationship advice, Imagination for the future, creative workshops and more. It gives people a chance to understand life. Thank you for your opinion. I think we are all on the same sheet of music here. I appreciate your thoughts and thank you for watching my film. Todd

[@SurpriseMeJT]

Totally agree. It's fun to be young and carefree in a virtual environment that doesn't reflect real reality. It's said that the truth is stranger than fiction and I would further adapt this phrase to say that reality is far more amazing, interesting and beautiful than any fake one. Ok, life is a process and Burning Man perhaps is just one stop from realizing that you "been there, done that", after having something real and just enjoy it for entertainment value and nothing more.

[@WestOfEarth]

I noticed that the 88 year old man who's been going to BM for 11 years says without hesitation that he'll return as many times as he can. This man knows what's important in life.

[@ToddKortte]

It mad me sad when editing this Documentary on Burning man knowing James Duffey, the old man in this film....did not have many more years left to attend the event. He was a very kind part of the Documentary. I'm afraid to reach out to him today in fear that he is no longer with us. I cant thank him enough for the interview he gave us, and how many people have heard his words. I did not know when I made this film that it would generate over 7 million minutes of online streaming! James was a big part of the story behind this Documentary. Thank you James! Todd Kortte

[@Nomadcreations]

@@ToddKortte 2 Yrs ago You wrote that, did He make to the next one ? & The Renegade Allegedly canceled One? Thanx

[@ToddKortte]

@@Nomadcreations IDK I am actually kind of scared to reach out to him. If he has passed, I don't want to know. He will always live on to me.

[@Nomadcreations]

@@ToddKortte You Are Thoughtfull In That Idea, somes times Better to Have some one live ongoingly in our minds than know they passed

[@mcgritty8842]

@@NomadcreationsI’d disagree. I’s rather reach out it there’s a chance to connect rather than pass it up… but that’s just me and I miss my father

[@chocltelvr]

I’ve never been. This morning my curiosity was sparked. I began with a cup of coffee and a search of “burning man” and the list of videos I began watching. This video helped me understand another aspect of what the human receives at the festival. Along with the fun, creativity, freedom it is an opportunity to cleanse the spirit. One solid thing the festival stands on: love. The way a human wants it and gives it will never change. At the temple part of this video is where I got choked up.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Tracy for your nice comment on my film. It rally means a lot to me. Todd

[@TheXxxris]

When you have the chance, just go. Yes... you will find true love there but no.. it is not a festival :-)

[@Chance-ry1hq]

You don’t have to go to burning man to practice these principles. You can do it in your everyday life, and it is far more meaningful.

[@ToddKortte]

Good point!

[@rata4428]

yeah you don't have to be half naked and on drugs at a huge ritual social experiment that is sold like this. Wow, people are just so clueless!

[@louisesmith8064]

Thank you . Yours is the first video that talked about the Temple. I love that idea. I thought you did a awesome job of sampling the whole experience . Peace

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Louise! Todd

[@heavenonearthislove4734]

Thank-you for taking the time to create this presentation. Enjoying the after glow of this whole event & all of the new ways of documentation..... Burning Man Festival is everything - thanx for filming the 10 Rules of the Event, as well maintaining a solid follow-up through-out your presentation of the folks attending. excellent job! 100% :) in trust, Matthew Pretty, Collingwood, Ontario. Canada. 38 years old.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for your kind words, and appreciating that the 10 Principles are in this Documentary. Todd Kortte

[@mktruett]

Went last year for my first and was blown away by the overall generosity of everyone there. At the same time, everyone follows radical self reliance so no one expects or relies on the kindness of strangers yet it is given so freely.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for sharing this with us!

[@kathychildress18]

Along with the trash

[@KM-em9me]

The temple looks so awesome with only a clear sky to frame it and no other structure to interfere with our appreciation of those beautiful arches. The desert landscape makes every thing you look at so well defined and meaningful. It must be absolutely incredible to bike around at night with all those brightly colored objects flying around.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for mentioning the time-lapsed Temple shot. I made sure to be out there before the sunrise to catch the last sunrise before the temple would be burned. Spent hours watching my camera to make sure nobody bumped into it or knocked if over.

[@LWSamlan]

Thank you for sharing this! I feel this really captures the spirit of the event, more than any other video I've seen :)

[@ToddKortte]

I am glad you enjoyed my film. Thank you. Todd

[@hockeyman1054]

This video is absolutely incredible!!!! I feel like I just had my brain turned back on. Awesome can't describe this and the message within....

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you. Burning Man has the ability to creatively get you thinking in an imaginary way. I am glad you found something in yourself while watching, and are inspired in some way. Thank you, Todd

[@MrHog10]

Iv watch a a lot of these burning man videos and this one is probably the best one I've seen. Great work Tod

[@et1965]

What a great production. Well done Todd. I'm 55 and live in Australia. I'm adding this to my bucket list right now in the hope that the world settles down again soon.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for leaving this nice comment. Some of the comments are not always positive. It means a lot that you left this. Thank you.

[@Semperf11]

World ain’t settled down mate 😂😂 (2024)

[@TR-ly6kq]

The artwork is amazing! Really enjoyed watching the entire video, definitely on bucketlist to visit.

[@ilya-Lucky777]

Thanks for the video, I liked what I saw ! I immersed myself in the amazing atmosphere! ))

[@jennifertingle6490]

Great video! Thanks for sharing... this is something my boyfriend and I have wanted to experience for years now! I hope we can make it this coming year!

[@scubbarookie]

Good coverage of a glimpse in time, of Burning man! All of us have personal journeys and it's just nice to unite with others crossing the path of life and rekindle one's own spirit! Thank you!

[@ToddKortte]

What a nice comment! Thank you for these words.

[@jubankta1627]

The guy who made the dome with all the beautiful art seemed like he has a real genuine way about him!Id love to sit down with a cat like him and learn some of his positive outlooks on life

[@ToddKortte]

Yeah Adroid Jones! Great artist with a long history with Burning Man. Check out his FB page for more info on him.

[@jubankta1627]

Todd Kortte cool Todd thank you brother!!

[@tdg911]

Great documentary. I love the meaning behind the temple and just "living" for a week.

[@Likewhoa1119]

This is a beautiful documentary! I’ve never been but I can feel through this video so whole heartedly and deeply. Especially during the end. This is definitely a sacred place and a place to feel, release, and also take in all of its beautiful energy. Thank you for making this

[@ToddKortte]

Really nice comment! Thank you for writing this.

[@rivers8517]

This is one of the best burning man videos on KZbin. Thanks for making it!

[@ToddKortte]

Wow what a really nice comment! Thank you! Todd Kortte

[@daveiglar6829]

This was such an amazing documentary! I've been to the last 11 Bonnaroo's in a row, and have always wondered what Burning Man was like??? You really captured the energy, spirit and vibe of the event! I reallly hope to someday make it there myself! Thanks for your work on this production and for sharing!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for leaving this nice comment, I really appreciate it! Todd Kortte

[@janeee3336]

I got the chills with the ending portion of him explaining the temple . It’s another way of personal growing and releasing energy inside a flame ❤️ amazing .

[@peterbelanger4094]

weirdo lefty FREAKS!!!!! perverts, all of you.

[@makirichi]

Best Burning document of all time. Watch many time. Thank you Todd, you catched the spirits essence of human temporal existence ~

[@HugNation]

Enjoyed this again tonight. So appreciated the effort put into artist attribution! Bravo!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this comment! It really makes me happy to see someone like you enjoy what I put together. Todd Kortte

[@ricardospinace1956]

Thank you for this gift. Loved it and love you... Love Unbound.

[@rachelsolnick9099]

Excellent video! Enjoyed the interview with Android Jones, is 3D video in the 2016 burn was one of the coolest art pieces I've ever seen!

[@ToddKortte]

I couldn't get tickets this year and missed the 2016 Burn. I heard Android had a really cool 3D video. Android is a great person and Artist. I was lucky we crossed paths at Burning Man and got to interview him. Thank you for liking the film. Todd

[@corythelight2473]

Thanks for creating this! I look forward to being back on playa 🙏

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for this comment!

[@ronlippitt]

The guy at 9:21 is exactly why I go to Burning Man. He gets it entirely, and the world needs more people like him -- and the greater community of BRC.

[@ToddKortte]

I totally agree! Mike is great. I was lucky to run into him and catch this interview. He has a great perspective. Thank you for mentioning this, you have a good eye.

[@Seniman3]

Unfortunately... very unfortunately... I’ve never been to a burn for a very important reason. My experience watching this incredibly well crafted video was moving. “Burning Temple,” I loved the proposed rename. Thank you. Thank you for taking the time, creating energy, and determination to withstand the dust storm. So fuckin intense! I look forward to opening my art students' perspective with Android Jones. What a beautiful artistic perspective. 🙏🏼&❤️

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for this comment!!! What a nice message to read from you. Thank you for taking the time to watch the entire video. The dust storm was intense. I was fortunate to have a good mask to filter the dust from the air. Dust storms are such a critical part of the event, so I wanted to capture it. Android is great. Check out his site. Not all the comments are positive. I really appreciate that you took the time to write this. Thank you so much. Todd Kortte

[@dggarb]

"Virtual reality manifested" proved to be a prophetic description!

[@emmalineproductions]

Thank you for this beautiful gift 💝🔥🔥🔥

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for this comment and understanding this gift. You must be a burner! Todd Kortte

[@kimberlyj7441]

I WILL experience this one day! THANK YOU 🙏 FOR GIFTING THIS TO US!

[@ToddKortte]

You're welcome. I am glad you enjoyed it.

[@TheAmyann35]

I have never heard of burning man. The art is absolutely beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Amy.

[@trymeimalreadyaghost1456]

Dude the dust storm images are amazing. The art and crasyiness too

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for saying this about the dust storm! Everyone else at BM was hiding from the storm.... I was out in the thick of it trying to document what it is like to get caught in a dust storm. And show you how crazy it can get very quickly. Dust masks are essential for BM. You'll be glad you brought a good one that filters out the dust. Not these wimpy masks we wear today.

[@jimmywheelz6721]

Amazing video of The Temple Burning ….such a poetic way you shined light on this place

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for this nice comment. Todd

[@WelcomeTooo]

Definitely on my bucket list ❤️

[@Rmicaiah]

Todd: Thank you for what seems to be a fine description of one of the items on my bucket list. Please ignore the deplorables; knowing they won't be there makes it even more attractive.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Rmicaiah. Some of the comments left here are not enjoyable for me to read. I appreciate yours. I hope someday you get a chance to experience Burning Man and cross it off your bucket list. Todd

[@jackdavolio]

Thank you Todd for making this video I greatly enjoyed it! I have been to burns in Europe & New Zealand, hopefully the big one soon. I am horrified at some of the comments, I have been reporting them all.

[@deemariedubois4916]

Todd Kortte If they are so negative about Burning Man why are they wasting their time even watching and commenting on the video? I enjoyed this so much. Trolls enjoy being ugly, spreading hate, but I have no idea why.

[@craigresponds6610]

Emotionally stimulating even watching this video. Being there would be a life changing experiance

[@georgestiros4392]

Thank you thank you yank you . My dream to go there will never materialize , so your award winning video brought me there and then some. THANK YOU!!!!!!

[@ToddKortte]

Wow thank you so much for this very nice message! Todd Kortte

[@javiermejia7130]

This is a BADASS documentary!😁 I've been so interested in this place!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you, I created this documentary! Todd Kortte

[@estrasilla]

Really enjoyed the whole video, especially the section with the dust storm. Dust storms can be seen as a pain or something super surreal and unusual... one of a kind experience.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Eric, The Dust Storm is one of my favorite segments of the film. Not many other Burning Man Documentaries include a dust storm. A sure reminder to make sure you bring really good dust goggles, and dust mask. Todd

[@davidglober8352]

Really great summaries from people about what it is and how it feels to be there. I’ve been through a dust storm or two in my 4 burns though none for a whole day. Also a heavy downpour of rain followed by very muddy shoes for a while. It was amazing how little any of that mattered; the vibe of the experience is so congenial, comforting and inspiring. One year i was there for a full week; watching this city rise up out of the desert and fold back in again. Very meaningful though very ephemeral. The art installations are not to be missed. The mountains rising out of the flat horizon. For two months after i get back home, little things that annoy and irritate me the rest of the year just don’t bother me. Is it like being in a Mad Max movie? yes but combined with Carnavsl and Fellini movies. The playa - the ancient lake bed - just gives us a nice spread out area to experience and share it in. It’s more about being there than the philosophizing - this video just happens to be about the philosophizing aspect. It’s more like being a kid again and seeing the world with eyes of wonder and surprise. And each time it took me a day and a half to really get into it. But so worth it and each year very very different from each other year!

[@MadMax-cw3pn]

👍

[@sciencedavedunning3415]

I get it. I never been burned, but I sense the inevitable reality that th great aspects of Burning Man are balanced by the hardships involved. Yin & Yang. Totally worth it. I hope to attention someday

[@haraldg3384]

This is most reverential Burning Man video I've watched, and there's a zillion out there. :)

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you, I really appreciate your comment! Todd Kortte

[@hayseman]

The more I learn about this event the more I realize this is someplace where I can truly thrive at. This is the best documentary I have seen of the event throughout my research of this. Thank you for making this video. Also the people you have interviewed were really amazing! I hope I will run into you on the Playa in the next couple of weeks. :)

[@peterbelanger4094]

The more I learn, the more I think I would absolutely HATE it! Tons of dust and perverted lefty freaks? The only thing I'd love is if a bunch of monster truck and nascar fans crashed the party. Burning man is just a trendy, shallow, hipster, bay area millionaire pervert artist clown show pretending to be something "deep" and "spiritual".... LOL. that's just the drugs, nothin "spiritual" about it.

[@ricksmith4405]

thanks for the great vid ....cheers

[@petertaylor9371]

This is a great contribution. Thank you for your perspectives. And for documenting what Burning Man is for those that may never experience it.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Miles for watching, for seeing something in my film, and for leaving a comment. I am glad you liked it. Todd

[@INDRIDCOLD83]

Exactly, MOST people don't have 20 Thousand Dollars just lying around to experience this.

[@DB-hy9wl]

Todd, you did the best Burning Man video! I haven't Burned yet but I dream of it. And your vid is one of the few which really make me feel like participating to BM.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for your nice comment, I really appreciate it. Some people have left some pretty horrible comments. I think they are just bitter about the whole event and don't understand it. But I thank you for reaching out and saying something positive. I hope you get a chance to experience the event someday.

[@aliongaboobagus6933]

Wow i would love to experience this it seems so open and people are real im an introvert and this looks like somthing im putting on my bucket list

[@briansmobile1]

Great edit Todd!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you! Todd

[@john.cbyron6702]

I love watching the Burinig Man videos the Art Installations are Incredible if I ever get the opportunity it would be my No one priority thanks to all who put all these videos together.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you John for your nice comment on my Documentary. I hope you get a chance to go someday. Todd Kortte

[@timequest9802]

Very good video! This Burning Man event is for Rich People only. It is their way of giving back to other Rich people. High Class Rich People. Gotta Luv them.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much. Yes Burning Man is expensive. The 2021 Burn was free though. Historical year. Check out my new video on that year in my channel.

[@joecoonan3931]

Awesome vid. Thankyou for creating and sharing this.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for leaving a nice comment!

[@DavidRaven]

good film, todd. one of the better ones i've seen. it's thoughtful, and well done. thank you.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you David Raven! Your comments means a lot. I am glad you liked my film. Todd

[@Isabellasoleil]

Just seeing all the dust is suffocating! Awesome that most seem to enjoy it.

[@ToddKortte]

Yeah the dust will always defeat you. Its a shock at first, then you get used to it, then you have had enough and are ready to leave it behind you!

[@eyeofventure]

Awesome video and journey through this wonderful life-changing experience.🙏🏼🤙🏼

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for leaving this kind positive comment!

[@StuntcatTV]

This is incredible. I love that something like this exists, thanks to everyone who participates in it. I hope that I will be part of this one day, even if it's just for once.

[@ToddKortte]

That's a great attitude! I created this Documentary, thank you for watching it. Todd Kortte

[@StuntcatTV]

@@ToddKortte Thank you for making this documentary, it is a inspiring insight!

[@tammieebright9808]

Manifest it !

[@cindiq4you751]

Great video! Thank you for capturing the love and dust of the Playa....

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Cindi! I am happy you enjoyed the dust segment! Todd

[@psyzoneagency]

awasome work mate! loved the whole thing! amaziing! congrats

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for watching and leaving your comment. Glad you enjoyed it. Todd

[@sherirex7177]

Android Jones I loved your work on display at the Art of Burning Man in Cincinnati, OH. ♥ Happy to put a face to it. Peace.

[@ToddKortte]

He was a great interview. I randomly ran into him. Was meant to be. It was nice to get a perspective on someone who has attended the event for several years.

[@NottsLadG]

Best thing I've ever watched .. really wanna experience this journey

[@ToddKortte]

Wow thank you for this comment! Todd

[@Harleylovinchelley1]

Holy sheeit! I just checked for tickets to 2022. It's $2500 admission and $700 for vehicle pass.

[@ToddKortte]

Those are probably early tickets. Main ticket sales should be around $400.

[@Youpeeipay]

Tickets for what ? Who legally could collect money off of this ? Everything went from “free” people give everything and anything to u , to these kind of prices to set in a dust bowl ? Shocking

[@emboudik]

I don't usually fuck around, but when I do...I don't fuck around!

[@georgevanzandbergen905]

The algorithms just brought this to me.....you done a great job on this, truly enjoy it!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you George, I appreciate your comment! Todd Kortte

[@martinalewis2844]

I have to put this event on my bucket list. Living in Arizona I am not too far away. Looks awesome

[@westmore100]

What a brilliant documentary! Would love to get to Burning Man sometime :)

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Sean! Todd Kortte

[@unplug7776]

I was there last year it was freakin awesome. Really hope to go back this year!

[@LachFlex]

Did you? :)

[@zoecalverley9057]

Thank you

[@yvonnefernandez9605]

Thank you for sharing this incredible experience!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for watching and leaving a comment! Todd Kortte

[@bradleysmith9924]

This is so beautiful. Really cute when the people in the pink march were shouting 'I love you'. :')

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for your comment!!!! Todd Kortte

[@kinsmed]

I've seen a few Burning Man videos, but I think this one gives me the best perception of what it really is.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you, that was my goal when creating this documentary. Todd Kortte

[@jagoda8990]

Found out about The Burning Man in quarantine and I've been manifesting to go ever since

[@ToddKortte]

Hope you get a chance to go!

[@ryankeyte2684]

It’s mid August2021 now watching this and dreaming of RenegadeBurn... I miss my Home 🤗

[@ToddKortte]

Rouge Burn 2021 is definitely on this year for Aug 29th thru Sept 6th! Its happening a couple miles deeper in the playa. NO tickets, no front gate. Several hundred camps are already planning on being there.

[@leroyshipp7532]

Bucket list for sure !!

[@damienfynn1522]

Great video Todd, I heard one of the ladies (Hong Kong) say there was one in Southern Africa. I must find out more about it.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Damien, I am glad you liked my film. You can find out more about Regional Burns at this site below. Regional Burns happen throughout the year in many different locations. Thank you, Todd regionals.burningman.org/

[@juanreynoso9653]

I remember going to the first couple of burning man's and I can tell you that it did change my life

[@deathvalley1592]

GREAT VIDEO. ONE OF THE BEST SO FAR 👍👍👍👍👍

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for writing this! I really appreciate your comment. Todd Kortte

[@atrustedservant7976]

Burning man= unity through mutual humanism💓

[@mrlopez5009]

= Privileged Entitled White Californians littering the desert.

[@VinnyLations]

marcus l I must admit when I read her comment I felt dumb.

[@reed4109]

Android Jones in the house, one of the greatest digital artist around

[@davidjohn9006]

Beauty vid, presentation... thanks 🙏🏼 🔥👍🏽🇦🇺

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you! I appreciate you leaving a positive comment. Todd Kortte

[@TruckHouseLife]

Awesome! Best burn video I've seen, trying to get my old man to go next year! I was playing a uke on The Front Porch at 18:33, small world lol!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for you comment on my video. I really appreciate it. Todd Kortte

[@MaxP374]

Nice front porch dude.

[@frankiecutlass7155]

Fantastic video...its the one ive been looking for to really get a proper handle of what this is all about.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Frankie, I was hoping my Documentary would help clear up some misconceptions of what Burning Man is, and show some insight on the meaning. It can fundamentally change some people and have a big impact to those who attend. I am glad you found something you like in my film. Thank you for your comment. Todd

[@frankiecutlass7155]

You're welcome Todd. It really did clear up everything i was thinking about. This looks like the type of place and meaning that the world could learn alot from. I found alot of things i like in your film, i actually wished it was longer lol. It showed me that there still can be hope for humanity.

[@ToddKortte]

I was struggling on the length. Hours of content didn't make it into the film. I almost thing some scenes are too long. Its hard these days to keep viewers attention while also trying to educate. I am really happy at those who keep watching to the end. The film is structured to have a rising action...Temple Burn being the peak. To cut yourself short and ditch out around 10 minutes is depriving you of all that the story is building. I was actually having a conversation with my Producer Anna about making just a Dust/Temple Burn short clip with those with attention deficits :)

[@djensen5836]

Beautiful documentary. I did not even know there was a Temple at BM each year. I see now that its fire was the poignant part of the whole experience of being there. Also you showcased the art much better (day AND night) than was done in the other vids I found on YT.

[@attygarland6909]

I want the car wash concession at the first exit out of there ...

[@Somecooltech1]

This is such a great video Todd. I watched the whole thing twice. I'm a KZbinr myself and I'm going to burning man this year. I hope I can make a video half as good as this. Keep up the great work.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you. Hope you have a good Burn. Todd Kortte

[@SpreadsFire]

thank you Todd, great video!

[@hazbutler]

Love that Old dude. He's right, just take your time to LOOK, and you'll find something for yourself.

[@raybabinraybabin7777]

Damn awesome video awesome people why have I never heard of this I would be there in a heart beat hell u can feel the love in the video great job

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for your comment on my film! Todd Kortte

[@rurtkuzzel3902]

wish the organizers would abide to what they preach about gifting at their events. those ticket prices are flippin ridiculous

[@nazymissayeva]

Best video about BM. Thank you ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. Its my dream

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for this nice comment!

[@twest903]

Wow you got Android Jones at burning man. He’s my favorite visual artist 😭

[@ToddKortte]

Yes there was a lot more to this interview. Android was great. He does talks around the Playa. I was lucky to catch him for this documentary.

[@AKN8TV]

Good Job Todd. I miss the playa so so much. This was a nice little taste.

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you Sea Jay! I am glad my film helped take you back and get your fix! :) That makes me feel good about making this Documentary. Todd

[@chaserandazzo3738]

🙏✨💜💫🍀💐 Bravo! Thank you for the time at burning man! Blessings in the new age of Aquarius!

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you for leaving a positive comment!!! I really appreciate it! Todd Kortte

[@jeffscjjc]

Awesome Documentary..Alot of time dedication..WELL DONE..GOD BLESS

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you so much for leaving this comment! Todd Kortte

[@AntonioKowatsch]

Going to Burning Man is on the top of my personal bucket list. I don't wanna go there by myself, however. I intend to find a woman who's mentally strong enough to attend it with me.

[@eccho1]

Awesome

[@robwitt7693]

What an amazing place. Just stumbled across Burning Man docu today. I'd love to go.

[@genevievegermain5587]

I was there in 2015. I love so much to see the storm of friday. I can remember that day specifically... Woke up earing David Bowie in the neighbord camp ... Mimosa... Hula hoop... Dance and STORMMMMM ❤ Thank you xxx

[@ToddKortte]

Sounds amazing, thank you for sharing your experience!

[@StuntcatTV]

Android Jones' Artworks are SICK! Exactly the art that I enjoy

[@ToddKortte]

I was lucky to run into him and interview him for this Documentary I created. He was great. Had so much to say, and his experience at BM was valuable to the story. Go check his FB and Instagram pages. Thank you for watching my Documentary. Todd Kortte.

[@rachelhartjes313]

This is now on my list of things i must do, before leaving this existence. I've always heard of/about burning man and always knew kinda about...just as like a 3rd party in a convo/word of mouth or of course social media, whatever it may be. I've "known about" burning man for probably a decade now. Known of is maybe a better phrase to use. Anyhoo, I've been binging BM videos right now and I'm in awe 😶😲🤩😍🤗🥰😶💗. I myself, have a genetic, progressive illness in which there is no cure called Ehlers Danlose Syndrome. I am only 28 and upon just/first looking at me, you'd think I'm perfectly healty...yet just under the surface, I am actually incredibly ill... and only get sicker as i age. In the "invisible" illness community, we're known as zebras. If you hear hoof steps, you'll immediately think a horse is coming...you'll not be on the look out for a zebra. Anyways... haveing EDS sometimes makes me feel like an alien lol. Sometimes in the most amazing, self empowering yet very humbling ways! All of which im tremendously thankful for. And in also, ways in which can be very frustrating, isolating and very lonely. And truthfully, I am also grateful for that as well...in which without I'd not appreciate the good nearly as much. So something about this festival just makes me feel this undeniable sense of peace... and this is literally just from watching maybe half a dozen videos on it (including this one. Which is my favorite). To me its just seems like all of us people, celebrating life and love and the present...the right now...and also is all about celebrating YOU and what makes you uniquely who you are and were meant to be (before the worlds society brought ya down) but at same time VERY MUCH celebrating what makes you exactly the same as everyone else around you... and everyone else in this world...or even more! Everyone is an outcast, yet completely and unapologetically belongs! If that makes any sense at all lol. In my mind it does... not so sure if it correlates lol. But it just seems absolutely magical and so very real and vulnerable at the same time. It is kind of the embodiment of complete freedom but with personal responsibility. When people are intrusted with good...with a sense of goodness...to be kind, to be self reliant, to be selfless, to be very giving and generous and very open, ect... yet in all reality you are entirely free to do as you please, you'll find that.99.99% of the people will do good. Its about expectations...of others...but of yourself first and foremost. And when everyone has that same selfless, inclusive and self reliant mind set...it just makes for this crazy amazing society of SOOO many different type of like minded humans... coming together for a common purpose of love, life, growth and giving. I can only imagine that you leave this week long event, feeling as if you've been gone, to an alternate reality for like a like year! lol. Though the beauty is that it isn't an alternate reality... it IS our reality! Just goes to show ya, your reality is what YOU make it. YOUR brain creates your reality. Just the same as when you're dreaming (most often) you don't realize it and the world around you is just as real as anything else you've ever experienced when you're "awake". So then, who's to say this life, this existence isn't anything more than a dream. Bottom line though, control your mind...create your reality. It seems to me as if Burning Man is a week long, great, huge physical manifestation of a reminder of just that! You are the Universe...we are all yet a small part of it and entirely it at the same time. You DO have the power and ability to create your own reality. BM reminds us of our unlimited abilities and capabilities...seems to help us learn, grow and explore them (explore your YOUniverse in depth and freely). To then bring back with you more of those awakened aspects and ideologies and apply them to your every day. ...just wow. Beautiful! I hope to be able to attend at least once, one day. Because of my chronic and progressive illness it'll be quite tough! But in a way, its one of the more reason to go! I want to challenge myself in all aspects...physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually. ✌ & 🤟

[@sciencedavedunning3415]

What many people regard as a flaw, I regard as a beauty mark. You are a truly beautiful person. Your words speak to me as if they were my own thoughts. I feel as if I have known you all my life, or at least searched for you that long. Accept my unconditional love and all best wishes for the future. See you on the other side of the curtain, cause it won't be heaven without you.

[@goodcat5074]

Thank you for this movie. Gives a much clearer idea of what it is really about ... Could you tell me what is the loop at 6:45 ? Feels good to listen to

[@Malleus_Helvetica]

Thanks 4 this!!

[@Theworldisyouroyster156]

The best doc I’ve seen on Burning

[@ToddKortte]

Thank you, I worked hard on this and your comment mean a lot to me. Todd