Photographer Captures Stunning Arctic Wildlife | Short Film Showcase

Go on a journey to the frozen north with wildlife photographer Vincent Munier. Spotlighting foxes, wolves, hares, owls, and even a polar bear, these photographs capture the beauty of the Arctic. Check out Munier's book Arctique to see more of the images.
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[@nileshpadwal1872]

Why no one is talking about the photographer ? It takes so much of efforts, dedication and courage to be in that place.

[@parthveercharan3734]

Love and respect for the photographer

[@E3qgr]

Thank you Sir Vincent Munier. You deserve my deep gratitude for your exquisite eye and skill.

[@arbendaci1]

One of the best photos and videos that I saw for the long time. Congratulations and I Hope I'll see more of it. Thanks

[@Daemus_TV]

A great short film for such a desolate landscape. It really captures those feelings of isolation. There's so much beauty behind its modesty. 3:52 is my favourite

[@kiba7396]

4:10 is my favourite

[@alanpollygaming5201]

John snow ghost 🤣🤣😂

[@paulboucher9663]

I don't know how many times I have watched this video... 4:06 is my favorite shot of them all

[@annaverano5843]

The music is absolutely spot on and adds to the sadness and the vast emptiness of the artic and the eerie winds that blows throughout the lands is very chilling and haunting.

[@antonioperone4543]

Love it!

[@robertpolestar-em4je]

Stunning photography. Absolutely stunning. We’re sad because humans don’t care. Little by little this environment for arctic animals is disappearing.

[@animalstepofficial]

I really fall in love with this moment of view it's beautiful and absolutely amazing.

[@e4phantom157]

ok boomer

[@harmoni4499]

What a beautifulwolves!

[@Rivhoy6ivu7r]

I feel blessed for having seen this on screen. Can't imagine how the photographer must have felt.

[@16abind]

King of nature.... The most beautiful thing living on this planet. Will never ever be able to get enough of them. Ever

[@tommasobraceschi3729]

Such an amazing work. His images give a beautiful sense of indetermination and loneliness, I love the use of soft focus to let the viewer feel so close to the animal, such a stunning place to be. The shots of the water in the end are pure poetry.

[@allaqtacom]

Peaceful world !

[@unknown-darkness]

For the moment..

[@pheelmacababe2861]

ending with the open sea was a great comparison and emotion to how baron and harsh the arctic really is, even pain and struggle has much beauty in it

[@johnnyaingel5753]

TRUTH EXACTLY that is what nature does

[@georgiagillespie7058]

my soul is touched by the Arctic. we are so fortunate to have Vincent Munier. Pure, natural beauty elicits the emotions discussed below. that it can exist actually can frighten, because then it might disappear, leaving our touched souls bereft of of the pureness of the perfect sublime.

[@kakyoukuzuki]

Feel like buying every captured piece of art!

[@OakwildeDesigns]

Stunning work, so intimate ! I can't help but wonder if they feel lonely, the emotions just hit me in the gut!

[@SheldonCooperr]

ForTheLoveOfCrafts same feelings bro

[@aleihp]

They are free...

[@dmikebuechler]

the wolves have their pack. that is all they need. we could learn something from the wolves.

[@meastabrooks1]

I think it’s because of the lack of color. I’d imagine all these animals feel the same as others....it’s knowing, or imagining just how harsh their environment is!

[@jean-marclamothe8859]

Oakwilde. You wonder if they have human emotions ? NO there not!

[@travismflow]

beautiful....i hope they wont be extinct and be seen by generations and more

[@juanjones7542]

He deserves an award!!

[@avatareyes1]

definitely 🪙

[@TheBronxQ]

just because the artic is so cold, it doesn't mean that you have to put a very very sad song into it... but it's pleasure to see this video... I love Nat Geo

[@navalukthrasher9269]

A land for being a harsh environment, of which is my homeland. To the photographer, thank for capturing my true land.

[@abhishektadimari4534]

Magnificent! He really captures the desolation of the landscape and the wildlife. When I look into the wolfs eyes he is seeing through me I feel there is a presence there.

[@rbkjr]

The wonderfully haunting music of this film give it an "Ethereal Quality" which help bring the stunning photographic images to Life in a beautifully Mesmerizing way...it could go on forever, but sadly doesn't. Kudos to both the Photographer, who endured some unbelievably Harsh "Tundra-like" weather but had the forbearance to Withstand it along with the Film-maker, both of whom deserve unending Praise...while creating an unreal Universe, that lasts in your memory, long after its completion. Thanks for creating a little piece of "Shangri-La" for all who have a chance to view this GEM of a short film...OUTSTANDING!!

[@Olive-cp4nu]

Wolves. The perfect combination of speed, endurance, intelligence, agility, resilience, and superb evolutionary ability, the wolf is an incredible apex predator. I cannot express my love enough for these loving, beautiful, and incredible animals. Go wolves!

[@lightningbolt9606]

I agree with what you're saying. They are one of my top favorite animals. I love them.

[@Dave_Andre]

....and then you stole his image lol

[@Olive-cp4nu]

Dave Andre Bigtas I didn’t steal it buffoon. I use it as my pfp, don’t take credits for the picture, and don’t profit off of it. Have a great day :).

[@matteodonofrio]

That's perfect, I mean, none narrator annoying voice. Just Pure Nature.

[@SaifUllah-mb1wm]

Wolf's are just breathtaking. My spirit animal

[@shivamsrivastava1006]

I love the fact that there is only music in the background & no talk...Kudos to the video team from NG !!!

[@BBoughton]

it's beautiful. It made me feel slightly sad, but I don't know exactly why..

[@beethanyy]

same, i always feel sad seeing beautiful things

[@BATMAN-kp6hp]

combination of beautiful creatures and beautiful music

[@Omaha555]

+Randall Boughton maybe cause you know all that shits a'meltin

[@silverio7]

+Randall Boughton I think it's because there is an harmony, there is something really strong and humbling with a nature not touch by humans. And we are so deep in our way to live that seeing something so pure touch us in our primitiv self

[@Horsethief666]

+heyitsbee me too. That's why my wife makes me so depressed.

[@jmiscischia]

Vincent is my favorite wildlife photographer. He is so unique and engaged. Absolutely stunning!

[@markharris5771]

What an incredible juxtaposition between such ethereal beauty of the nature of the environment, and how harsh, unforgiving and desolate the environment is. A truly amazing video with incredible images.

[@schoocg]

Beyond my ability to describe how it makes me feel. A true true artist.

[@jasonperry241]

This was one of the most beautiful videos I have ever seen.

[@Patrick-r1h]

One of the most beautiful videos I have ever seen! Mind-blowing photography!

[@hassank8472]

I watch this video whenever I feel lonely. This is where I want to be, all by myself.

[@shdw_co]

This video gives such a surreal feeling, almost like its on another planet.

[@claudedubos1019]

Fabuleuse réalisation technique et artistique sur un territoire hostile pour l'homme mais adapté aux animaux qui y vivent en paix ! Prouesse hors pair de Monsieur Munier qui transcende l'art photographique à son plus haut niveau !

[@mjsonafinn7545]

Absolutely beautiful and breathtaking. Please protect these majestic animals from extinction. Thank you for sharing!

[@니콜라테슬라-r4p]

이 영상에 싫어요 누른 사람들은 감정이 결여 되거나 아예 없는 진성 사이코패스 라고 볼수 밖엔 없다.. 살면서 본 자연 다큐멘터리 장면 중 이게 가장 훌륭하다. 앞으로 더 좋은게 나올수도 있겠지만; 그래도 현재까지는 개인적으로 이 동영상이 영상부터 사진, 음악까지 가장 멋지다

[@PedoThaBear]

A punch in the face for every hunter out there. That's how you shoot the beauty of nature. All respect to the photographer and those like him. They are great humans ♥

[@alexk2701]

the fact that there's really no talking in this video makes it that much more powerful. IMO at least.

[@franklinrsb6788]

Beautiful, stunning and magical scenes and photographs!!

[@marcosestrada3341]

So breathtaking. Amazement and melancholy just rise to the surface for me. It makes me feel what Damien Rice’s “Grey Room” makes me feel.

[@carlosanaya4149]

Just beautiful!!! The wolves. Wouldn’t want to be there. Not for a second.

[@g3n3ral1nsanity5]

A peaceful encounter with man's most ancient best friend to me that sounds amazing

[@tulugunggunggung4446]

I just can't imagine how these animals survived in that kind of places where there no abundance of food and climate is very cold. This truly is magnificent.

[@superfly19751]

Truly Amazing film! My bones chilled just looking at the snow and the blistering wind.

[@sheniquablack6412]

Animals have always been one of my favourite thing to see. They are always so beautiful in their natural habitat.

[@dimensionstraveler5265]

Even if it's white everywhere it's still beautiful 🙂

[@xdkont7901]

cause who wants to see black

[@dimensionstraveler5265]

XDkont no because normally the most beautiful scenery is colorful.

[@redpilledsupak9979]

Youre so deep...

[@soumyaadhikari1362]

@@xdkont7901 so you don't like nighttime. Do you?

[@dannydizzle21]

I can feel the emotion coming through. To me, it feels peaceful and dangerous at the same time. This video makes me want to photograph nature.

[@modernmountainmonk9666]

WOWOWOWOWOW I cried when the wolves came jogging into view. I felt profoundly connected with them.

[@jonathanstrauss2083]

That's some of the most powerful am I beautiful cinematography and photography have you ever seen of that region

[@youxarexmyxsunshine]

Harsh and destructive weather yet these animals fight through...strong animals! Let these animals be an example of not giving up in life....find courage to live and survive.

[@Rielestkid]

This is the best video on KZbin, ever.

[@EduardoMendozaPhoto]

No words good enough for description of feelings while watching this...

[@alani6501]

This has so many emotions , throughout the entire video I felt sad/happy/confused it’s beautiful

[@rkulkarni12]

Stunning. I realised at some parts i was holding my breath.

[@tyn999]

Stunning indeed! The wolves are gorgeous!

[@hakamsoufan]

there is no words to describe this video work ....thank you

[@olyviawagoner4071]

These pictures are beyond amazing! Would almost say perfect for the situation at hand. Wow

[@xlclkx]

Thrill of the hunt... but you shoot with your camera instead. Beautiful

[@boudoir_lueneburg]

This might have been the single most beautiful thing that i have ever seen.

[@Evedreambig]

One of the most beautiful wild life videos I've seen in my entire life. The dramatic landscape, its colours, the wild life and even the music & sounds that flow with the images... all was astoning. The way the video was made (the right takes, perfect music, no talking) showed respect and knowledge. Bravo National Geographic...

[@askaraskarov3906]

how wonderful it is when you love your job

[@jeremyruch5095]

Hundreds of thousands of years of evolutionary perfection.

[@ungavaproductions]

Exceptionnel.....quel artiste ! C'est tout simplement magnifique

[@HJTh3Best]

They are indeed an stunning imagery!

[@nekochan1232]

Whaou!! Un grand merci à Vincent munier de nous révéler la beauté de ce monde. Quelle honte de voir la stupidité et la cupidité humaine détruire tout ça à vitesse grand V. Nous devons protéger cette planète et toutes les espèces qui y vivent💖🌍 Vincent ton travail est merveilleux

[@Hi-yt4lr]

incredible use of negative space conveyed emotions and feelings the photographer had.

[@judithcampbell3354]

Absolutely gorgeous! I’d have been happy with just seeing the Wolves- the rest was a bonus. Thank You for sharing, your very talented!!!

[@nomadcompany]

Simply stunning!!!! Breathtaking in fact.

[@SuperPerodjetlic]

A masterpiece of impeccable beauty.

[@jamespinderphotoman]

Incredible. Absolutely inspired. This is proper Nat Geo.

[@mehdichainane3322]

The story of this photographer is amazing, he spent 8 years trying to meet them and it was a dream of his life.

[@upnorth6070]

Amazingly beautiful in such a harsh environment!! Very brave photographer!!

[@718Insomniac]

I was completely mesmerized for 9:15 This video is powerful

[@jenslundinbyh8845]

Best I have ever seen from the Arctic.

[@crespoopserc]

Everything about this video is beautiful. No thumbs down allowed.

[@yogeshwargupta6919]

When I grow up, I am definitely gonna go in the far north and photograph all its natural beauty.

[@jordanrichardson1453]

yogeshwar gupta shut the hell up, no you won't

[@luck5380]

you shut up... how can u even think, that you can change his mind and imaginations.. ay ay ay we dont need humans like you.

[@dontsteponsneke8290]

Start saving😂😂😂 I am already

[@edenlevi9877]

I prefer u not to.. northern hemisphere is full of wonders and very sensitive towards humans activity. I prefer to leave them the way it is.

[@mazavron7974]

That's if it's not melted by then. :0

[@AranHiwa]

WOW STUNNING !!

[@Joakim.eaglephotography]

This is What I call photography👍 And not like all others youtubers with all there talk about camera specs....

[@philtuljxen5466]

Vincent Munier thank you for your extraordinary gift to the world, hope to meeet you in person one day !

[@bettinahayes5045]

Top shelf!!! Outstanding!!! Breathtaking:))) A privilege to view this video:)))

[@3082frank]

Watching this made me sad and happy at the same time. Everything about this short film is simply breath taking. I wish it was like 2 hours long. I feel so relaxed. This person deserve an award. Its not easy shooting in extreme cold conditions. Trust me i live in North Canada, Arctic. Nunavut. I wish i knew the location you explored. All the best sir.

[@uedito]

The beautiful images plus soundtrack remind us of our true nature: always trying to survive, always looking for something else, and ultimately alone, ultimately responsible for ourselves.

[@jaydark9755]

i dont know why i feel sad when i saw the polar bear :(

[@eror6701]

maybe because it is all alone?

[@carolus13579]

People self project onto things their own states. Did you know that there are never been as many as polar bears as today? The truth is they are almost overpopulated. Just wake up, and stop being submissive to the narrative of the media. Wake up to the truth.

[@Jack-mf5lw]

@@carolus13579 shut up

[@jean-marclamothe8859]

le Regard de César - Ultimus Romanorum Exactement! I mean. Exactly!

[@ksksdjjd2254]

@@carolus13579 hahaaaaaaaaah rsd

[@pheelmacababe2861]

absolutely beautiful and stunning, even in the one place you think life would not exist, life finds a way

[@EXploreWithPARIKSHIT]

Those wolf eyes, they directly pierce into your soul

[@Jorge_Rodriguez83]

This is so intense, truly a masterpiece.

[@dannydizzle21]

I watch this video when my anxiety is too much. Something about just being someplace so desolate makes it just float away even for just 9 minutes and 15 seconds.

[@helenwilson3457]

BEAUTIFUL, BRILLIANT, CAPTIVATING, EMOTIONAL … ❤

[@Scream357]

I don't know why I almost teared up when I saw the arctic wolves. Not out of sadness but just they're such majestic, dignified and just very very beautiful creatures.

[@aadyachidanand75]

A very unique and amazing style of photography!

[@MrBluesfly]

Magic nature,so beautiful footage and amazing photos. How can someone succeed in his self to win the fear when a wolf looks you in the eyes? Is the knowledge about their behaviour that makes you feel safe,is the love about animals,is a group of people behind camera except photographer,is a gunfire (i hope nobody bring guns everywhere not only nature) in a pocket ? Or that fear is always there and minute after minute become a unique feeling of equal respect between you and your subject? This video is so inspiring for all of us not as photographers but as humans,thank you.

[@nirmalsitaldin4056]

Just.. amazing! I really have no words to describe the magnificent pictures and scenes..

[@Dania.q]

Unbelievably beautiful. I would die for an experience like that.

[@1100tripleh]

💯

[@gabrielaalvarez4248]

Arctic animals are so beautiful

[@bijouxbijouxbijoux]

4:06 is just stunning. A real life painting. Beautifull well done 💙

[@noahm44]

My goodness. Tremendous. This is what I aspire to be. Very inspirational!

[@danush7190]

Arctic wolves are my fav creatures in the world they are soo handsome and cool

[@Jeffjdg]

I committed before the video was over but the tea lights inside the boots. Touché.

[@ryanchen8741]

I'm amazed at the risks photographers will take to capture such breathtaking slivers of moments in time.

[@rohitjoshi2313]

Probably the best thing i watched on internet today!