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201852 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

In the Starlight

201852 minPGdocumentary

5.3/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Outdoor photographer Paul Zizka captures celestial images across diverse landscapes, including the Canadian Rockies, Namib Desert, and Greenland's ice caps.

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Outdoor photographer Paul Zizka captures celestial images across diverse landscapes, including the Canadian Rockies, Namib Desert, and Greenland's ice caps.

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Mathieu Le Laydirector

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Paul Zizka stands beneath the vast night sky, capturing the stars over the Canadian Rockies, the Namib Desert, and Greenland's ice caps. As an outdoor photographer, he focuses on celestial photography during the darkest hours. Balancing his passion for the cosmos with family life, Zizka reflects on themes of love and humanity's connection to the universe. His experiences reveal the beauty and significance of the night sky, offering a personal perspective on life and adventure.

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