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What is discussed
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The official description identifies this passage as an excerpt from the interview with Gabriele Micalizzi dated 13 March 2020. The photojournalist recalls his early interest in the work of major reporters and his first experiences in Afghanistan and Asian protests, followed by coverage of the Arab uprisings. Montemagno asks how he works in frightening situations. Micalizzi links his attitude to risk with a search for intensity, but stresses that courage alone is insufficient. Photographing people in grief requires sensitivity, empathy and connection with the subjects. The second part addresses the family cost of the profession, the loss of a colleague, injuries and absences. He describes explaining the places and purpose of his work to his children. This personal testimony is limited to the available excerpt and holds together vocation, responsibility towards subjects and private consequences.
Key points
- Interest in major reporters precedes his first personal experiences in conflict areas.
- Micalizzi describes his own attitude to risk, which Montemagno contrasts with the fear he would feel.
- Empathy and sensitivity towards photographed people are presented as necessary alongside courage.
- The loss of colleagues, injuries and professional decisions also affect family life.
- The photographer describes explaining his work to his children and recognises the cost of being away.
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