It's very hard to turn your back once you're aware of what's going on, and you're aware of the injustices, and you're aware of the civilian casualties. It's much easier if you have no idea and you've never seen it.
Lynsey AddarioRead
When I'm documenting, for example, a story on women in Afghanistan, I will do a huge amount of research and a lot of time on the ground just getting to know the women before I even start shooting.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Thorough research and understanding are essential before documenting a story.
In this quote, Lynsey Addario emphasizes the importance of conducting comprehensive research and building relationships with the subjects of her stories, particularly women in Afghanistan. This approach not only enriches her understanding but allows her to tell more authentic and nuanced narratives that reflect the true experiences and perspectives of her subjects.
Themes
ResearchStorytellingWomenAfghanistanDocumentary
In practice
Example use cases
In a talk on journalism, I might use this quote to highlight the importance of research.
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As a Western woman in the Middle East, I am often put in a different category. I am sort of like the third sex. I am not treated like a man. I am not treated like a woman. I am just treated like a journalist. That is usually really helpful.
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My strength is looking for composition and light, and I think those things come in the quieter times of war or photographing people affected on the margins of war - civilians, refugees; that is where I really excel.
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Don't expect things to happen fast. Be empathetic with the people you are photographing. Don't be concerned about money.
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If people really saw what was happening in Iraq and Afghanistan, then they might be marching in the streets to end wars. But you know, I think that no one ever sees because we're not allowed to see, and we're not allowed to publish what we do see. So it's quite difficult.
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