Gary Turk is an award-winning writer, performer, and filmmaker whose work has captivated audiences worldwide. His viral short film Look Up – one of the most viewed spoken word video on the internet sparked a global conversation on digital culture and earned accolades such as Best Viral Film at the Cannes Media & TV Awards and two Webby Awards.
Gary was also named “Global Thought Shaper of the Year” by the United Nations WTO for his ability to inspire meaningful change.
Since ‘Look Up’ was released, Gary’s work has gone on to inspire masses across the globe and has seen him appear on many TV shows, and was even parodied on an episode of South Park. (You can see more of his work on his website here.)
A decade after Look Up, Gary released its highly anticipated sequel – Look Up 2. Both of these spoken words film explore how smartphones and social media continue to consume our lives, reminding audiences to reclaim their time, reconnect with the real world, and use technology with purpose.