Gordon Waddell

Master of documentary storytelling, Gordon Waddell was born in 1958 in Johannesburg, South Africa and began his active years as a director in the early 1980s. Waddell is best known for his work in the documentary genre, with notable films including "Africa's Super Seven" and "The Elephant, The Emperor and The Butterfly Tree," which have not only been widely acclaimed but also garnered several awards at international film festivals. His authorial style is characterized by a deep exploration of natural themes and a heartfelt commitment to environmental conservation. Gordon Waddell, in his gentle and thoughtful manner, has truly become a voice for the voiceless, narrating stories of the wild with a passion that is as infectious as it is inspiring.