Gary Turk is an award-winning writer, performer, and filmmaker whose work has captivated audiences worldwide. His viral short film Look Up – the most viewed spoken word video on the internet with over 600 million views – 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 TV shows such as The Today Show, Good Morning Britain, BBC Breakfast and even parodied on an episode of South Park.
A decade after Look Up, Gary released its highly anticipated sequel, Look Up 2. The new spoken word film explores 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.
