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Artist Spotlight - Adam Hersko-RonaTas
Planet Classroom has proudly featured the works of many talented artists, including that of director, animator, cinematographer, and editor: Adam Hersko-RonaTas. Hersko-RonaTas has created a wide variety of projects ranging from environmental documentaries to stop-motion experiments to music videos. Although impressively self taught in film, he gained experience from his creative internship at the virtual reality production studio, Wevr. The Los Angeles - based artist also graduated from Brown University with a degree in cognitive neuroscience and visual perception.
Films featured on Planet Classroom:
Scaling Iceland is an exploration of the country’s histories narrated by musicians, school children, geophysicists, fishermen, and folklorists. This project literally scales the land of Iceland and delves into what makes it so unique, including the locals’ abilities to grapple with the country’s natural forces.
Adam Hersko-RonaTas directs this film primarily from above, contributing to an impressive and greatly appreciated visual experience that can be enjoyed by viewers of all age groups.?
Danglin’ Pangolin is a short film that sheds light on the world’s most trafficked mammal, the?Pangolin. This stop-motion project features a pangolin, who after getting captured by a human, sings about its circumstances and the harsh reality faced as this kind of animal.
Adam Hersko-RonaTas paints a unique depiction on the plight of the pangolin, while also sharing important resources in the film on how we can help prevent this mammal from going extinct.
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Alex Silverman offers an educational and in - depth examination on pangolins and the ways in which they are threatened by society in his critique of Adam Hersko-RonaTas’ film, Danglin’ Pangolin. Silverman addresses the recent global spotlight shone on pangolins during the pandemic, as well as, the unfortunate truth of their existence, stating, “the cruelty that is often inflicted on these gentle creatures before they are killed is alarming.”
Giving this project four out of five stars, Silverman makes note of the resources available in this film, but ultimately calls for more action in aiding pangolins.?
An Interview with a Fig Tree is a project that depicts a casual conversation with a fig tree about dreams and being rooted. This short film by Hersko-RonaTas is one that captivates audiences easily in its ability to portray a deep conversation regarding life and stagnation.?
The tree itself speaks about its environment, the people around that are always moving, and its inability to go anywhere.
Although filmed in a live action format, special effects are utilized to make it appear as though the tree is indeed actually speaking, contributing to a visually exciting story.?
Tanner Sell praises the work of Adam Hersko-RonaTas in his critique on An Interview with a Fig Tree, stating that it, “lends insight into our own existence as humans, all whilst remaining lighthearted and fun.” Sell examines the deeper meaning behind the short project and offers a persuading recommendation that all consume Hersko-RonaTas work.?
Giving this film five out of five stars, Tanner Sell provides a unique and eloquent criticism on purpose and humanity found within this film.