How interpreters juggle two languages at once - Ewandro Magalhaes
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Language is complex, and when abstract or nuanced concepts get lost in translation, the consequences may be catastrophic. Given the complexities of language and cultural exchange, how do these epic miscommunications not happen all the time? Ewandro Magalhaes explains how much of the answer lies with the skill and training of interpreters to overcome language barriers.
According to Canadian writer Margaret Atwood “War is what happens when language fails.” Discuss.
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Ewandro Magalhaes
- Script Editor Amy Adkins
- Director Andrew Foerster
- Artist Joren Cull
- Sound Designer Howard Sinden
- Narrator Addison Anderson
