The Art of Creativity | Taika Waititi | TEDxDoha

[@sophiegoldston305]

Is invited to give a TED talk, does stand up for 20 minutes. Iconic

[@JDSal95]

im mind blown they uploaded this

[@theinimitablejora522]

I mean, Taika's nothing if not iconic for how he just does what he feels like, and it just so happens that he's also a genius. Here's holding out hope for Akira.

[@Nonameforyoudangit]

We love him so!

[@theywalkinguptoyouand4060]

He's on TEDx. He wasn't invited to TED. He applied to whoever the host is so he can give his little routine.

[@connorslater1061]

@@theywalkinguptoyouand4060 he says he was invited to speak

[@jamatobanzai1]

"things that aren't cool: Nazis" Who would've thought that it will win him an Oscar

[@baconfilms4014]

not me! xd

[@itsnotyasir]

@@baconfilms4014 I read that in Paul Rudd's voice.

[@sixthsenseamelia4695]

@@itsnotyasir flight of the concords voice over......

[@Speykr]

Being yourself seems to be the only thing that matters

[@dan4856]

No one here has acknowledged that Your pic is an image of a painting by one of the Greatest Painters Who ever lived lol

[@elainascott7496]

I got to meet Taika at the season 1 What We Do in the Shadows FYC event, and my god, he is one of the kindest and most wonderful people I've ever met! I asked him for an autograph to give my friend who was in the hospital with a brain tumor and instead he grabs my phone and records a personal message to her. I bawled and he gave me a big hug. He's the real deal.

[@ganggang363]

What a sweet human bean

[@alliemichele5014]

This is amazing. Gosh I love him so much

[@spookyho5994]

that is so incredibly sweet, I love this guy so much. I hope your friend is doing okay

[@madfree101]

Wow I’m so jealous you got to meet him. How sweet he did that for your friend.

[@johnboy3523]

Nice to know there are people in Hollywood that have not allowed their celebrity to tarnish their character

[@warmarmot1]

I love that he goes from acting like he's nervously trying to teach something, to becoming completely chaotic, then ending it powerfully.

[@amoghskulkarni]

He had me sold when he said "My job is not film-making. My job is to be creative. My job is to express myself and to share my ideas and my point of view.". This came off to be such a profound truth, and it's so universal if you think about it. Most of us spend our lives finding that perfect job, perfect title, that elusive thing called "calling" - and all that we should rather be doing is just be ourselves at whatever we do.

[@mowganashwey]

Well said

[@Harlock2day]

Humans invented jobs and the structure of society, creation didn't. When people ask him who are you I say I am a person.

[@Neeraja...]

With U on this 👍 completely agree ...that statement had me thinking too

[@hardikjoshi5793]

Man the words you wrote, are really great.

[@bobfromdenison]

One needs money. Hemingway, Faulkner both had day jobs.

[@Nat_the_Chicken]

The most professionally unprofessional TED talk ever. Genius.

[@Jasondfilms]

His humour is so dry. Not sure if the whole audience gets it but I like it

[@Washyourbum28]

its that dry , its funny hahah

[@uso266]

kiwi humor lol

[@AndreDeLonge02]

hahaha yeah... if people watch all of his movie , they will understand his character.

[@shadowboxing7029]

Maori/NZ humour, it's dry but it's also very cheeky. Maori love to tease the hell out of people.

[@yds2m]

you'll love his film What We Do In The Shadows then!

[@LionStyles]

This TED talk makes a lot more sense after Jojo Rabbit

[@ToraTiger78]

And Jojo Rabbit makes a lot more sense after this TEXx Talk. XD

[@Repudiate]

Exactly what i was thinking!

[@leonardotdias]

Exactly!

[@Cbawls]

sailor-emilie well he did start writing the script and pitched it in 2012!

[@martinshewfelt1236]

@@Cbawls That's what I was thinking. He had the idea for years, made some great movies, then decided to come back to it.

[@cosplayannie]

From his short films, over WWDITS, Jojo Rabbit, Thor: Ragnarok, to most recently Our Flag Means Death... This man has brought a certain genius, love and most importantly humanity to film-making again that is rare to see these days. He finds humor in the most absurd and saddest moments and everything he makes makes you think in return. Seeing this very early video/TedTalk with him is great. Much love ❤

[@cable7152]

This is a man that understands the full array of human emotion.

[@Chrispbacon94]

I’m so interested in what his vision is for Star Wars he already said it’s a whole new adventure and characters! I can’t wait

[@cable7152]

@@Chrispbacon94 heck yah

[@7onitee708]

Free guy...

[@SuperRONDALE]

@@Chrispbacon94 Don’t be surprised when the cast has only one human and the rest are different aliens. This guy will definitely know how to mix it up. I’m pumped.

[@FyreHeartStudios]

Taika's ability to be so completely himself and to share that is something I deeply look up to. He's so wonderfully strange. The thing is, I think we all are deep down. We're just too afraid to be ourselves. I love that what I got out of this was, "I want to be like Taika. Which means I want to be like myself. Whatever that might look like."

[@mossosoez7925]

This is delightful, thank you!

[@everjustcuriousdesigns5190]

Oh my word, I had this exact thought the other day. His fearlessness is inspiring 😊

[@the.curious.courageous]

That’s wonderfully said !!❤️‍🔥

[@bennie.379]

beautifully said :) taika and kanye are two people im glad to share this plane of existence on. both have taught me so much about being myself fearlessly

[@CLSGL]

7:03 - “Art. What is it. Is it important? I have no idea. Move on.” One of the funniest things I have ever heard in a TED talk.

[@SeleckPlays]

It's so true though. I just don't think it matters what it is or if it's important.

[@steveh4290]

"The names Korg, I tried to do a TED Talk but run out of pamphlets to promote it, you wouldn't be interest in anything like that?"

[@sheldonspock5566]

We're about to jump into a big blockbuster production, would you like to join us, bro?

[@mirnuky]

OMG, I did have to start three times again the video because I only could hear this and I was cracking...

[@vanimaduray5473]

Lol best comment thread ever!!!

[@benvdp7494]

Hahahahahahahahhahahahahahahhahahahahhhahahahahahahahah also I love the name

[@stephenmeinhold5452]

lol

[@ohartradio]

"You're wasting my time by clapping." Audience stops clapping. Great crowd control lol.

[@danielarmstrong2144]

They had already stopped when he said that though

[@smol_hamster_]

I love how Taika's able to seem like he's just rambling about random stuff but it's actually pretty inspirational at the same time. He's a wonderful creator

[@daultonbaird6314]

I love his rambling nonsensical silliness . Very few people can be interesting while seeming to be haphazard as well as monotone .

[@tyronevega7173]

Daulton Baird

[@VoidLantadd]

That's his name...

[@patrickbeverley4950]

That's just how every kiwi talks

[@sovietmarshmallow1283]

Patrick beverley Can confirm

[@brianlam9429]

@@patrickbeverley4950 Not all successfully...

[@madfree101]

As someone with ADHD I feel very drawn to and inspired by him. He’s chaotic and lovely.

[@HorkPorkler]

It's okay. Your dad loves you.

[@madfree101]

@@HorkPorkler nah he doesn’t but that’s ok

[@warmarmot1]

"I wouldn't have been my friend if I was a kid" Completely relatable.

[@rkah6187]

Part of growing up is realising what weirdos we were as kids and being grateful to our friends who tolerated us 😁

[@itgeltbatochir6579]

Taika Waititi should be invited to ted once again after ten+ years! That would really be interesting with all the successes that he has today, reckon that not?

[@Sky-bu1jj]

Definitely. Then he had done one movie, and between then and now, What We Do In The Shadows, Hunt For The Wilderpeople, Thor: Ragnarok (and soon Love And Thunder), Our Flag Means Death, Jojo Rabbit - all wildly successful. I bet he has way more to add now.

[@SamMedinaConsulting]

I agree with how he presents creativity as a matter of perception and expression through the lens of obsession. If you can't become obsessed with your work, your passion won't come through, and you just won't grow as you would otherwise.

[@Eowynnofrohan]

I just be obsessed with my idea for a story, I've been writing versions of it since 2011, sometimes the stories takes off, sometimes they turn into nothing and I start over again. I try to quit this idea but it won't let me go so maybe there is something to it? I hope. Not earned much from my self published books but ...money isn't my main goal... Tho it would be nice. Also I want to share my ideas but I can't when people don't read it :(

[@devonseamoor]

I don't agree with the part called obsession. For that implies control, the wanting and force involved. Which is completely opposite of the true nature of creativity, as I perceive it. I myself would choose passion as the driving quality, for that's freedom of expression in a joyful manner. The best vitamin for my creativity.

[@devonseamoor]

@@Eowynnofrohan I suggest to let go of your obsession and start writing a daily journal, just after you wake up. Write down whatever it is that comes to mind and, after a while, discover your imagination in your natural talent for writing down what is in resonance with your unique and authentic form.

[@55lisadiane]

Through my 20's, 30's and 40's, I was on fire with multi-media creative inspiration and expression. Drawing, painting, textiles, Mixed media sculpture. It was unstoppable, I thought, until aging extinguished it. There's no forcing it to return. It used to be an effortless gift and joy. There's no filling the chasm left behind. This is too personal, but there it is.

[@juliegerrish2586]

“The fact that we’re here, that we’re even on Earth in the first place, that’s success in itself. So, congratulations everyone, on being here.” My favorite part, something I come back to this video to hear sometimes

[@Megamind240]

6 years later he directed arguably the best movie in a 17 movie franchise for one of the most successful studios on earth. Show us more Taika, we are hooked.

[@spartanmucho5950]

Ashwin Malik Boss baby?

[@markustoosick]

Dank Lambsta Thor ragnarok

[@42_comes_after_the_joke]

Well, it is good but it was never the best for me.

[@jdhowell916]

Easily arguably not

[@navruk5386]

Lol sure, because funny = good right?

[@oglingling]

I served Taika a drink at a event he was attending, snuck a small compliment in because I wanted to. Real humble and authentic guy. kudos

[@ArpitGangwal]

He directed this godawesome THOR 3 brought back Thor to life! He got the humor so perfectly right, 2 hours went too fast. Taika seems to be the great guy to hang out with, so energetic and full of ideas.

[@suricatavoxable]

Not to say bloody hilarious as well! I bet you won't have a single dull moment when you are around him :D

[@jbearclowater]

What We Do In The Shadows is one of the funniest movies I've seen in years. Well worth the watch.

[@AwwSweet]

I bet HE WILL BE BORED AROUND YOU. Think about it guys. If You can speak only about Thor (children tale) at Your age, not about really cool Taika's movies. And do You think he will want to speak about movies? Or he will expect You to understand his point of view on the world? And what will You able to say to him? "Aaaa, You're so cool!" three times in row? Don't make me laugh. Make Yourself person, who can be interesting for Taika.

[@julesf.meloborges811]

He's yet to make a bad movie. I see a great future for him.

[@MetalliBucket]

If you like his sense of humour, watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople and What we do in the Shadows! NOW! GO!

[@jauxro]

Taika is wonderful but he's exactly the kind of person that makes me feel I'm not doing enough with my life

[@battousai12]

I can relate

[@BriannaBanana1]

I have a feeling that upon hearing that, Taika would give you a pep talk about how great it is that you're here, and probably how he's had the same feeling at times in his own life. I feel that feeling a lot these days, but Taika also reminds me of myself in ways after watching this, with his inability to focus on just one creative outlet, and having a drive to express himself and his viewpoint through creativity, and getting obsessed with all kinds of things over the course of his life. When he was talking about his mom's cancer and how maybe doing a series of random bodily movements would keep him from getting cancer, that struck me as a very OCD sort of thing. I can relate to that. Maybe he was totally joking, or maybe he was poking fun at actually having OCD. Idk. Either way, Taika actually gives me hope for my professional future because he reminds me of myself in the ways I've mentioned, and has gotten as far as he has now. I used to compare myself to others a lot, but over the years, it's sunk in how unhelpful that is, and how miserable it can make you. I'm still tempted to do it, but when I feel myself sliding in that direction, I try to talk myself out of it and remind myself that it isn't going to help me. Just try to focus on being better than you were yesterday. That's been a more successful approach for me. I mean, I still get down when I feel I've stagnated, but you and I both also need to be kind to ourselves. Tearing ourselves down won't get us anywhere either.

[@1stfire_shadow]

Do what you can. Do what you like

[@tybronx2446]

Just saw an interview where he said "I've made 6 films, I started making movies when I was 30" and honestly? I want to do more with my life now 🤣♥️

[@LeapingRat]

its weird, i look at this presentation and i think "this is it?" its quirky and charming but by no means something i would say is fascinating. Didnt even teach us much, felt more like he wanted to show off his stuff lol

[@veronicadredd22]

"I tried to start a revolution... but I didn't print enough pamphlets."

[@VoidLantadd]

So I guess the revolution will not be televised

[@RatedEforExclusive]

paper beats rock.

[@gaiaaoi1005]

Love this

[@letsfindsomepeace9207]

So much culture

[@i-deni-i5138]

It's funny because before that he told the rock paper scissors joke and he actually got beat by paper when telling he didn't have enough pamphlets to start a revolution, lol

[@isaamaandaa]

*i love how it sounds like taika's rambling nonsense but the nonsense actually make sense lmao. amazing ted talk.*

[@fatine88]

I know it’s a glitch but loled at your comment dated 90 years ago 😁

[@mayoneisse5995]

Bro's ancient

[@thewatcher8573]

Taika can talk about nothing and and somehow wind up with one of the most inspiring and entertaining ted talks

[@jenwaring9008]

Taika Waititi did a TED talk and it's only NOW showing up in my recommended???? Seriously, KZbin?

[@noorat42]

imagine how pissed I am only know finding out that he came to my country and I only now knew too... whyyy

[@MajorAskew]

The Cabbage joke is one of the funniest moments of any Ted Talk I've ever seen. Not just the wonderful dry wit but also the audiences totally baffled reaction. Beautiful.

[@davetv72]

They actually train the speakers how to do a TED talk. I Iove how in the first few minutes he pulled the curtain back to deconstruct the training.

[@arctic_haze]

If you know how to speak avoid such training as much as you can!

[@ki-seonpeck9069]

Imagine a collaboration between Taika and Edgar Wright...

[@CrownxJ]

Man you are saying all the right things...Literally just finished an Edgar Wright and Taika marathon of their movies.

[@bennyton2560]

wow! mind blown. Can't wait for both of their movies this year - Baby Driver and Thor Ragnarok. 2017 is a great year

[@ChicoCabra]

What about a Charlie Kaufman scripted film?

[@ohartradio]

Can the world handle such a thing?

[@jakewebb2633]

Why is this not made yet! Someone set this up! Stop commenting on a Tedx Talk people this movie MUST BE MADE!!

[@edvinasceilytka2547]

He had me sold when he said "My job is not film-making. My job is to be creative. My job is to express myself and to share my ideas and my point of view.".

[@Keewaf]

he's super handsome

[@DoeDonDoe]

Kyu Bey So handsome!! He's gorgeous.

[@Lala0RK]

Kyu Bey haha i was just thinking that! lol He is very handsome and charming and charismatic :)

[@purefoldnz3070]

not anymore he got super old.

[@emilyhancock3456]

+Purefoldnz madness, he looks great!

[@pube66]

Purefoldnz the only thing thats changed is he has grey hair.

[@trinityharton1284]

I love how relatable he is , especially when he said “I wouldn’t have been my friend as a kid” I admire this guy’s weirdness .

[@HeyJared]

This has to be one of the most subtle, yet in-your-face creative assignment responses ever. Imagine this is your middle school project and you're given fairly free reign on a creative project. The sad thing is, most teachers I remember and have heard about from schools would still probably flunk him for 'not following directions'. Much different from other TED talks I've seen (not many, honestly) but I love it. "Hey, Taika, wanna do a TED talk?" Taika: *(15 Minute Stand-Up Set with Solid Underlying Subject Matter)* Who's to tell him he can't be creative in his own presentation on creativity? He nailed it.

[@sunnysied713]

14 minutes of goofiness, with one 1 minute of weakly supported material of substance. That's hardly a great TED talk, but an exemplary way of killing time and padding your answer with fluff. Lol *Taika:* But I worked so hard on it! Really, I did! I threw in as many silly jokes as I could. That's my eXpReSsIon.🥺

[@tanyamostowaya]

He decided that he wouldn't talk about creativity, he would just give the most creative Ted talk ever ❤️ inspiring

[@timisolo]

2020 and he's been nominated for multiple Oscars... wow

[@SingleFNotGiver]

and won

[@2442daehssab]

This needed to be a split-screen with his slides for maximum effect.

[@GoodBloodGames]

oh my god who is switching these goddamn cameras. we need context dude!

[@thedankhaloring9175]

hey i'm subbed to u

[@GoodBloodGames]

TheDankHaloRing yay!

[@dungeonsdudesdragons]

Right?! Who ever is running the production on this was terrible. haha

[@djjoeray]

just hanging on shots of people laughing at a visual gag on the screen, awesome....

[@nins7457]

More like consistency is key. But I agree nonetheless. Lol. how unfair that I just got recommended this vid. Ugh. -.-

[@macattack423]

He's brilliant. I hope I can open myself up to creativity even a fraction of what he does.

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

One of the most entertaining TED talks I've heard so far.

[@TheoriesOfTheoriesOfEverything]

kyle eschen's tedx is really funny

[@veganjotaro]

I agree! 😊 I'm one of your subscribers by the way.

[@MetalliBucket]

If you like his sense of humour, watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople and What we do in the Shadows! NOW! GO!

[@cable7152]

His love of painting and art is prevalent in his films, especially Thor Ragnarok, the shot of Hela being attacked by the Valkyrie was like a painting come to life.

[@markdimi]

Great talks TEDx, but maybe coordinate your cameras and Directors with the show notes of the speakers, for major effects. He was probably showing something an interesting note on the screen and the public laughed, but we didn't, cause we couldn't see the video wall. Really, coordination and planning. It's simple

[@ColinWeeks]

Agreed. I was frustrated when the whole audience burst out laughing and I couldn't see the slide.. derp!

[@boogii10092005]

he has the remote in his hands. he's controlling the slides lol look closer, all the ted talkers do that

[@Antman261]

@@boogii10092005 So? it's all edited in post. You just pick a camera that shows the slide, when the presenter changes the slide. They should also have a direct feed from the presentation itself, so either way there's no excuse.

[@DoeDonDoe]

Taika has an uber cool name. His movie What We Do In the Shadows is a modern classic.

[@carlosgillon3761]

+DoeDonDoe its maori

[@hrotangent9498]

It means Tiger.

[@fashlite]

+DoeDonDoe What We Do In The Shadows had me ROLLIN!!!

[@DoeDonDoe]

fashlite haha me too!!! Best comedy I've seen ever in at least 10 years!!

[@rawiniatipene]

what we doing the shadows is awesome!

[@C11-c1y7l]

Thank you Taika for bringing joy into my daughter's life ... - it was a silent youth she lived and not so many same-aged cared for her when we had to move into the city - ... we missed the nature of the rural area we are from - and then you .. your fillllmms appeared into her fine and fragile life ... and I saw her smile ...and now it's JoJo raBbit time and we are waiting for it ... and are laughing whenever we grasp a spark of a spark in the dusty dark it's light you share with us - thank you Taika ✨🧚‍♂️✨

[@ciscosandoval79]

Is Taika Waititi the new Zealand Richard Ayoade, or is Richard Ayoade the British Taika Waititi? The world may never know, but one things certain. If those two ever meet there will be an explosion of awkwardly hilarious brilliance the world has never known.

[@nicolej6358]

Boom Shakalaka let this collab happen!

[@TheTsar1918]

I shall now spend the rest of the evening trying to find the familial link between these two awesome individuals.

[@ambskater97]

Maybe Richard is the British Richard Ayoade and Taika is the New Zealand Taika?

[@rachellraee]

This comment made me stop breathing for like a full 4 seconds

[@worrywirt]

Wow I love both of them so much i wish they would collab sometime, I think they would create a masterpiece

[@writerusha412]

Taika Waititi is such a mood. Omg. Love his TEDx Talk. Love it. AAAAAA. So chaotic and so beautiful and so true and so relatable at the same time.

[@keshav_p]

agree!

[@brendabbycakes]

The fact that were are even here to experience life through human eyes is a success in itself, such an easy thing to forget. Mr. Waititi you are full of lovely idiosyncrasies and creative wisdom :)

[@basedbattledroid3507]

I instantly related when he said how he came from a place where you have to do "one job" and stick with it and how he doesn't believe in that.

[@kaoskewenvoyouma2712]

I instantly fell in love with Taikis works starting with Eagle Vs Shark. I'm so happy he's starting to get more recognition.

[@bendoesstuff6655]

he's like the Maori Tony stark

[@harizfadhilah6149]

IKR

[@polokelia]

I though the same!!! LOL

[@theobtf]

Well he's directing the next Thor now.

[@kbrusso]

I think he's maori bruce banner

[@shadowboxing7029]

+Adrian Poli Push multiculturalism at the expense of Scandinavian tradition? I think you're trying to make a mountain out of a mole hill. It's one movie, from a comic that's loosely based on Norse mythology. I think anyone with half a brain can make the distinction between traditional Norse mythology and the Marvel version. The original source material is unchanged, don't be such a drama queen.

[@kate___lynch]

How did this man repeatedly said he has no idea what he is talking about, and yet I surprisingly found this talk enormously informative?!

[@DameWhoGames623]

hes come soooooo far now, just box officed 150 mill and made such an awesome marvel movie. I saw him years ago and some of his short movies and also what we do in the shadows which was such a great watch. Respect sir Respect

[@-droid-j7-225]

This guy is just pure chaos and I love it!

[@KingKhanAbz]

Anyone else on a Taika Waititi marathon? 😁

[@TheVivesLives]

Waititi binge :D

[@eustacia03]

me!

[@fuckyshityfuckshit]

Wankathon*

[@oceandevi13]

try following his instagram.. it's GOLD!!!

[@mahuexvii]

KingKhanAbz yes omg since this morning!😂

[@catleaxmas5416]

I have no words to convey how much I adore this man and how much he inspire me in everyway. I hope he keeps creating and keeps inspiring people. Mr. Taika Waititi I raise my glass to you. Thank you for being here

[@ravenbeakx2099]

love that he didn't know what to talk about and just had the balls to just talk about whatever he thought about, he isn't cringe it's funny

[@jeanneratterman4174]

Taika, you are a sacred clown. You are real and lovely. Thank you! I LOVE your wacky sweet humor and the way you think. You are exactly the one to demonstrate by your life what creativity is.. By getting people to laugh and open up they receive the important things you share. Stay weird and kind and funny. Thank you! With Love!

[@LovelyDay11]

Gosh he's wonderful in so many ways

[@Astrovite]

One of the greatest human beings to ever exist.

[@melissafrank7739]

Him talking about Rousseau actually made me remember when I learned about Rousseau in kindergarden. They showed the same painting and basically explained part of the reason this painting is historically relevant is because it's so arguably about having fun. That lesson was great.

[@missrain33]

Melissa Frank wow, you learned Rousseau when you were in Kindergarten!? Best Kindie ever!

[@itzolie]

Inspiration comes from an appreciation and understanding of art. Creativity comes from an internal uncontrollable need to create. You can’t necessarily “be” more creative but you can think more creatively. Just watch movies, shows, animes, animations, and short films. Look at comics, paintings drawings, and sculptures. Listen to music. Go on walks, watch people, listen to people.. really actually listen to people. Just observe the world that’s been there the whole time, you’ve just forgotten about it because you were too busy thinking about your own life. The world is an incredibly rich and beautiful place. You just gotta look at it... really actually just look at it. And the appreciation and everything else comes easily.

[@linakazlauskaite7070]

Taika actually means PEACE in Lithuanian. I wonder if he knows it, but that's really nice name. :)

[@shanajerry2745]

Lina Kazlauskaite Taika in maori means tiger, so im guessing hes named after his father

[@DoeDonDoe]

Lina Kazlauskaite It's such a beautiful name. I love the way it sounds. Gorgeous meaning in Lithuanian :)

[@nannakorpela]

Taika also means magic in Finnish (: This is the first time i've seen this guys talk and he really radiates fun and free spirited creativity, so inspirational!

[@saksezo9375]

Omg ,my name is Salman it means peace in Arabic , I have exactly the same style as him same hair same clothing ...😵We might be twins 😂

[@BanquetNZ]

also taika in maori = tank

[@CheHojas]

its always a relief hearing from other creatives that didnt choose like the ONE thing to output ideas. Since im clearly all over the place from writing to painting or video creating

[@DoeDonDoe]

What a great guy. He's got a lot of heart.

[@DevonC03]

I fr could listen to this man ramble on for like forever

[@AnyoneCanSee]

Just watched his new film What We Do in the Shadows. He has co-directed and co-written it and also plays one of the leads and it is one of the funniest things I've ever seen. I think the guy is incredible. From watching this talk however it is clear he suffers from a compulsive disorder or did as a child. I'm sure he must know this, but I wonder why he did not mention it specifically, just all the symptoms.

[@TheMartine]

Agreed, I love Taika. I think he's genius. Also, What We Do in the Shadows... let's just say I've seen it four times :b

[@EncourageSquirt]

Robert J. Williamson Whoa, agreed. He definitely has obsessive compulsive disorder. I have it too and when he mentioned thinking about cancer and having those rituals, it was all too familiar. I have it as well and construct these ridiculous meaningless rituals to stave off things that can't be controlled (to a degree). Interesting guy though.

[@DoeDonDoe]

TheMartine haha I rented it and watched it 2 times. I miss it! Might rent it again. Its really great film. They should release an extended version with another 2 hours.

[@DoeDonDoe]

Robert J. Williamson Yeah he mentioned some Obsessive Compulsive symptoms.

[@AnyoneCanSee]

***** - Yes, he seems at ease with it, I just noticed all the symptoms and wondered if he even knows these were part of OCD.

[@meaganadele]

The entire point of this TEDx talk was wrapped up in the last 15 seconds - this is why he's so genius. We are important because we are here.

[@ShaneMakesMovies]

Coming here after watching Thor: Ragnarok. I had already seen Hunt for the Wilder People beforehand, and after listening to this TED talk, I really like Waititi's perspective on the creative process. Great director!

[@austinherr]

Taika Waititi is absolutely my favorite director and comedian these days! What we do in the shadows is legendary!

[@umaruddchia4134]

He’s so genuine and funny! I love taika waititi. Watched jojo rabbit with my kids. They laughed hard and cried hard and then watched it again the next day. It was amazing

[@carlush6310]

I can listen to Taika for days. This talk is one of the best I've heard and, from all the talks I've seen, it's the one I've learned from the most. It's funny, because he didn't take it that seriously and yet he expressed an idea better than most Ted talkers I've seen. He spoke honestly, I guess that's where the difference lies.

[@thescowlingschnauzer]

I really enjoy "There you are" as a greeting.

[@HustleandNFTS]

I REALLY LOVED THIS. NEWSFLASH-NO ONE CAN TEACH YOU ART-START WITH A SEA OF SELF DEVELOPMENT, AND DONT TRY TO MAKE IT ALL MAKE PERFECT LOGIC!!!!!!!

[@deepakbanota8061]

From then to What we do in the shadows, Hunt for the wilderpeople and Thor ragnarok now. Taika has grown so much. Still humble. Such a nice and talented human being.

[@susie8799]

I don’t think you understand I’m in love with this man

[@_sourgrapes_]

this NZ dryness had me pissing myself laughing

[@GazzyD]

Gotta watch Thor Ragnarok, he absolutely steals the show. Everyone in the cinema was laughing just from hearing his accent alone.

[@Imdippinout]

Confirmed for never even stepped foot in New Zealand. Its wet as all get out there.

[@oceandevi13]

@dan smith Ummmm... no it's not LOL

[@typalmer6850]

Same.

[@MetalliBucket]

If you like his sense of humour, watch Hunt for the Wilderpeople and What we do in the Shadows! NOW! GO!

[@andrewramon1590]

Man I could listen to this guy talk all day

[@dasaniwater9508]

Totally agree with the bit on failure. It was always characterised by too many people I came across as something to fear and avoid, especially during my early school years. Sadly, I only realised much later in my life that it is definitely something to embraced as a means to improve myself.

[@JohnSmith-lt1ck]

Who knew he’d be a *very* famous director almost a decade after this video?

[@jospargo249]

He has come so far in the last 12 years

[@sammy._.03]

Bruh he's so cool. Interacting with people like him truly is a good use of time, talking about all the things around you and just having that perspective.

[@navin.b007]

guys see the movie he starred in "what we do in the shadows" :)

[@zivarny]

and directed, dont forgot his new movie "Hunt for the Wilderpeople". such an awesome movie, churr

[@navin.b007]

zivarny tnx! :)

[@rawiniatipene]

I love that movie what we do in the shadows. it's got a really nice kiwi touch for vampires

[@teiwi1640]

dude. he directed it bro.

[@trinitymplayers]

Gives new meaning to his remark about flyer over. haha

[@mnmdisney]

How am I just seeing this?? LOVE him!!!

[@stevenborg102]

That was an incredibly well-constructed mess. It feels like he has not written a word of it and just turned up and winged it but I bet he rehearsed every word for weeks. That is a true skill to perform like that.

[@wesleycolvin7158]

If you love what you do, no one can take that away from you.

[@lori6704]

This talk makes me feel so much better about the way my brain works. I've been trying to, you know, make it more ~normal~, but this feels very in line with how my thought processes work.

[@terbbert]

So, what I got from this is that ideas come from looking from multiple perspectives (including your own) and building off things you're obsessed with!

[@mikrikbell]

He seems like a lovely, very talented young man. I hope he achieves great success in life

[@haydencarroll2877]

Cool to hear someone so accurately describe and portray OCD

[@Bootricia]

My own OCD was triggered watching this and then I read your comment and it clicked why 😂

[@ericbeachside]

These people had no idea how successful this dude would be.

[@Aussiechic196]

I love this man. He is just a wonderful human and I can't praise his work enough.

[@lilchickennugget2752]

I love him as Viago from What We Do In the Shadows😍😍

[@abbydoesstuffsometimes]

What a frigging gift this guy is.

[@slangoftheregions]

Oh Taika. I love how you've grown further into yourself

[@Dom0969Z]

Big Hugs for people who don't get that he is exploring his influences, inspiration and process....

[@court_appointed]

He's one of my favorite NZ's, so proud to hail from the same land as this legend!

[@tubetomarcato]

I'm watching this 12 years later and he's now a recognized master storyteller. It was obvious back then clearly this was his path

[@sunnysied713]

He clearly failed, as a writer and storyteller, with Love and Thunder.

[@jasonlampa]

I have no idea what I was supposed to get from this but nevertheless I enjoyed this so fucking much. This guy is the best!

[@CanuckJim]

"Are you ready to Taika Waititi?" Oh, angel, can you ever be truly ready for the force of nature that is Taika Waititi?