How My Imagination Set Me Free | Mukunda Angulo | TEDxTeen
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 27 ม.ค. 2016
- When your only access to the outside world is through watching movies - who would you become? Imagination can set you free.
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Mukunda Angulo is an artist and filmmaker from New York City. He is one of the six brothers featured in the critically acclaimed, Sundance Grand Jury prize-winning documentary, "The Wolfpack".The film focuses on Mukunda and his brothers, raised in a New York public housing apartment isolated from society by their paranoid, overbearing father. Movies became their only view of the outside world and led them to create elaborate homemade costumes to emulate the films that they watched obsessively. At 15, Mukunda decided to leave the apartment for the first time on his own, setting off a chain of events to liberate him and his brothers from his father's lock down.
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MUKUNDA means "Giver of freedom"
He lived up to his name. He helped to free his siblings
And he did
Wow. What is the chance of it truly transpiring I n his life
People say that someone's name defines their essence or something like that
@@gardeniac.3782 I'm thinking where they are now ..
its 2019
Crazy how first person they met was a film maker.... everything happens for reason.
All God🙏🏼
@@allsmiles2160 no
I never thought I'd see women disagree about the concept of religion on TH-cam off RIP out the blue but here i am eating popcorn
This kid's got such charisma. I can't wait to see what he does with his life!
I love him I love all of them
Same
Agree
Whatever he's done, it looks like he found a wife at least. He's wearing a wedding band on his left hand.
Indeed
For someone who was confined in an apartment for 14 years, he truly is a good speaker. I mean, I've been out there but I can't even say hi to someone at a party.
LOL you are hilarious!
Davie Dianco Neither can I.You’re in good company.
After 20 years outside of his apartment with experiences with others he may end up the same way as you. Lol
The mom said something that stuck with me in the documentary. She said a lot of the socialization in school is negative socialization.
Having 6 other siblings, he had a lot of people to interact with so even though they were isolated, they were isolated together. They don’t have memories of being bullied, being called weird, so it makes sense that he is so well spoken, confident, and friendly.
@@artisticagi 10,000 % correct. Most schools are toxic for kids.
The fact that his pronunciations are better that the teenagers running around in schools.
Lol!
I can’t stop laughing!
hanamichi sakuragi they have to watch more movies
Amen
He was raised watching movies so its not surprising
I find the Wolfpack fascinating.
Katherine Abando I do too!
Me too
Wolfpacks go out and about, this here is a opossums litter. Confrontation is healthy, it's the way.
As do I!
Where's his sister now?
Tough crowd...
Anyone.
Jacob Sedgwick yes indeed
no I think it's just that there isn't a microphone for it
I think you're right, Alexander Lee. The crowd response was paltry at best. Hoping it was just a technical matter that we couldn't hear the house. That young man was amazing.
Maybe they are just in awe.
For not taking to regular people for a long time he has no problem talking in front of a crowd
He has seven siblings.
6
AwesoMESS siblings are different tho, it's easy to speak your mind in front of family
To be fair this was probably 6 years after they were discovered.
that was years ago when he first got out of the house. He said in this video that he didnt have any idea to speak to regular people, he even wont talk to the police. thats why he got hospitalized
Their mother managed to teach them nurture them and show them to be respectful they aren't violent like most kids neglected I'm not a fan of their mom but I know even with all her possible issues she obvious did something right she educated them
she was in fear of their dad just as much as they were, and restricted even more, she did what she felt she could.
Steven Kirmes if it wasn't for their mother, they possibly wouldn't have conjured up the passions they all seem to thrive off.
Without their love for movies, and high spirits of curiosity these kids could well and truly gone insane
Steven Kirmes
apoxapex
I love how you think you know them hahahaha
Apart from the fucked up fact that he was confined for 14years, he's turned out to be such a smart, confident and positive young man. A lot of respect for that, wish all the best for him and his brothers.
Cindy. because they werent exposed to the evils and influences of the outside world to confuse them on who they really are.
lmao
they spent all of their time watching rated r movies.
they were educated by their mother, the non abusive adult in the household.
what a crazy shitty thing to write. do you really think it's healthy to lock a child up for years?
I think you misread what I said. Locking up a child is not acceptable. Yeh it was a horrible situation for him to go through, but I'm saying despite this happening to him he developed into a smart and confident person and it's commendable that he is moving forward with life in such a positive manner.
after watching this i'm questioning why i'm such a socially awkward nervous person who mumbles a lot.
itsadelight
Lol me too! I question my social anxiety and question why I really like the comfort of my own room
Because good things came out of his imprisonment he's on Ted talk he probably had plenty help afterwards. Unlike the most of us from unsettling childhoods who are thrown into the world without the knowledge of filling out a simple form.....
@@mariebites he shared his secret imagination was his saving grace, just like John Lennon advocated.
Because he grew up not knowing fear and most likely never interacted with rude people
Ugh, me too
All of the children are such beautiful souls.
100%
200% to the moon and back!
They are. Very touching me
its the moms genes
This is mind blowing. I've heard some of his other brothers share their experience, and they all have more insight and understanding about the world and human relationships than most people who have lived a "normal" life. The most important thing is, they are all really GOOD kids...polite, accepting, articulate. I have no doubt they will go very, very far in life.
Can you give the link
i so agree!. Their mom was their queen and taught them maybe better than if they were out there in sociaty in the traditional class room. Altough she drew up in the deep country, she is and was very intelligent and impressed them on her children.
Can this guy become a great director? I hope so.
He already is, making short films=
It's amazing how he can now speak in public despite of what he and his siblings had gone through. A brave heart emulates in this man's persona. Godspeed to you and your family!
He's really amazing! He's really an incredible person! His words and story are so inspiring.
The power of imagination is a personal magnet to your own freedom.
You have no idea.
Aidah Di Leoni lol freedom my ass,he's talking like staying confined for 14 years in an apartment is a big deal.There are guys doing 50-60 years in the slammer who just dont give a fuck.
John Smith You are truly clueless aren't you????
Actually, I would say that's a prison.
I agree. Insightful phrasing 🙂
It's obvious his mothers love for him and his siblings kept them sane xoxo
his face like native american or indian. maybe his father was scared by white people
@@amanrasid3302 his father is Peruvian, so yeah basically he is half indigenous, I agree I think his father was probably scared of the outside world himself, just a little too protective of his family.....
I like the way how he thinks. He is special
I love how authentic, genuine and amazing he is. Very beautiful heart and kind spirited young man.
He looks so natural like mother earth
So moved. Every time I watch Mukunda, he makes me smile. His family's journey is very touching and has really given me a new outlook on the beauty of freedom, forgiveness and connecting with others in all ways that are good. I'm thankful this whole family is free and flourishing. How inspiring...truly...
Right? They are incredible. I show every one I know the 20/20 special...the Tarantino connection is special for me too.
Yes, that forgiveness and lack of anger or hostility towards their father is remarkable. They are uncannily well-adjusted so far!
They were only prisoners until the 14 year old decided they weren’t….fathers control broken by him, not by the other parent that should have
How are these guys so normal and socially adjusted?!
He's had questions posed to him by several reporters and been on shows discussing his experiences.
First, I guarantee you that they were not initially normal when they were first let out. As the speaker mentioned, he was completely silent and unable to speak when he went outside for the first time. Second, it's not like they didn't know what a normal conversation felt like. They've been watching movies since birth. It's just that they didn't have experience socializing themselves.
With a little bit of practice, I think they were able to gradually improve their social skills and appear outwardly normal.
Because they learned how to be socially acceptable from movies...as explained
They turned out better than kids who went to school and were influenced by peer pressure and allowed to run the streets too young
Almost like they are trained actors who are used to being in front of people. The movies served them well! They are amazing. God bless their lives.
Now this is a man. Much respect my friend..
even though he was sheltered as a kid he shows a lot of confidence.
He doesn't have the idea depicting a portrait of perfection to him. He just is who he is regardless as he hasn't been introduced to the notion of belonging or the fear of disconnection. Just shows that the world is happier without external influence. Wish we could all just come together as one and be ourselves. Would make life a lot easier on everyone; especially teenagers.
Most kids aren't sheltered enough now
Someone locked in their apartment for 15 years (the first and only 15 years) of their lives and having never talked to strangers needs to really make big strides to confidently & coherently talk to a big audience without any display of nerves ... hell I couldn't do it without showing some nerves and I do presentations at work all the time ... So I gotta say Bravo!
I wonder if his isolation helped him really separate himself from fear of socializing and self-doubt?
MrAtaguas I think so. Him and his brothers seem to all be very confident when they speak and I think it's because even though they were in isolation they had each other and never saw it as a negative thing until they got old enough to realize they should be able to leave
I think going to school and peer pressure probably ruins kids more than being kept inside
Locked for 15 years and the world goes crazy by the CORONA Lockdown!!! We have to appreciate the freedom we have. 🌺
In opinion, he has no doubt or fear because he has never felt the pressure of having to "fit in" or "belonging".
Most people live their lives trying to be part of the crowd. That we become self conscious about everything we do and make ourselves doubt and fear.
I love the way he looks at the world!!
silverlion with his eyes 👀
silverlion Maybe being away from the world was a favor done to him.
silverlion I love the way you look 😏
What a kind and well spoken man, I really enjoyed his story as well as his bravery.
wait till he discovers netflix...
CanTheCaroKann Win and chill
Owler Lol 😉😆🤗😃
they already did
Galactus cant wait until Netflix discovers HIM
Galactus Yes
I feel like the way they were raised was severe but also in a way ideal cause this guy is a much greater person than most people I know
Quick-Sword Ilena true... it's like they haven't been tainted by society (just influenced perspective by the movies, but that's just a tidbit of the real world )
I don't know why, but i feel so great and happy for him :) He is an amazing human being and all of his siblings and mother also... I love them all
if you go on instagram, he has a gf. a really pretty one.
What truly impresses me is his sense of a mental ward stay as "freedom". To the rest of us, that itself would be a form of imprisonment...
Your mother is a strong woman 🙏
He is so beautiful inside and out. He was born to live through this journey and come out on top. The Lord had his hand in this the whole time. Lucky lady that gets to marry him.
This guy could be the next mega movie director or producer just give him time to truly, get his feet firmly planted on the ground. Just saying....
Judy Holiday it’s crazy because I was thinking the exact same thing 🤔
Imagine you never interacted with society, no one listen or talk to you, but now everybody is listening to what you have to say-I see the joy of this boy every time he talks, :>)
He's so adorable 😊
yes he's kinda cute •-•
I just finished watching the 20/20 special and this has to be the most inspirational story I have ever seen. I've gone through similar stuff (reclusive and violent father) and it's awesome to see well spoken, intelligent young men. It truely opened my eyes to the gift that is freedom and how we should all tap into that creativity that we have all lost along the way. I wish you all the best of luck and I hope to meet you all someday and jam out to some Iron Maiden. Cheers! The best has yet to come.
Lux Occulto omg i can relate so much and have a controlling parent, not allowed to do things my own. they are truly inspirational to people like us since others won't be able to understand whats it really like.
It might be that he experienced a different type of violence that didn't work on your ability to create
Same here, what a relief when we break those chains. You get such an appreciation for the little things..There are a lot of Wolfpack out there, not exact story…sometimes not as bad or sometimes worst 😕
@@missdemon92 yes your parents have to be controlling. It’s their God given right otherwise you become a wayward out of control freak! With no discipline.
This kid is so genuine! After all he has endured, listen to his peace! What a brave young man, sharing his story with the entire existence for the good. Bravo! I applaud you.
Not one "Like" "Like" "Like".
The way too many young people cannot speak today without saying the word "Like" every third word.
Bravo 👍
I love this kid. His smile is infectious. ❤
This kid is brave and so full of positive energy….please continue to prosper, watched all your stuff and think you are the leader of the Wolfpack
"your imagination is your freedom!" thank you for inspiring me!🙏🙏🌹🌹
You can tie my hands and legs, cover my mouth and eyes, but you will never take my mind and heart from me. NEVER.
they seem like they'd be chill to have a conversation with. just talk about our favorite movies, what scenes were good what scenes could use improvements. shit like that
WOW "I tasted freedom from the first time in my life" inside the psychiatric ward. 8:55. We take so much for granted!
Wow these boys are in some ways Heroes. Especially their mother
Their mother was a weak clueless waste, it's shameful that she put her sons through this. I have been controlled to a horrid extent, but after one or two kids I would start to become aware of what's going on. That many kids... you can also hear her denial, or at least her ignorance, in the documentary when asked if she regrets anything. She avoids any mentioning about how it was her husband and her kids and her choice, she basically says that she couldn't because that would be like disregarding all those years of her life.
Sigh. If you're going to be a gutless miserable doormat to a piece of shit man, at least admit that you raised seven impressionable helpless children in that hell and didn't do as much as you could have..
Autumn Leaf please remember he is going to see this, and he loves his mum.
+Autumn Leaf hell? Apparently that's the wrong word for it. You don't grow up in hell and turn out so well adjusted.
Antares Diekow I was thinking the samething... obviously Dad wasn't the positive in his life so where did he? Mom musta did the best she could in the situation. It wasn't like this happened suddenly either! I'm sure she's pretty emotional damaged over this too.
Brian Smith alright now... Let's not do this...
You and your brothers are the results of your dad’s over protection!!! Give thanks to your dad because the real world is a hard one!!! YOU GUYS HAD AN EASY AND COMFORTABLE LIFE !!! BELIEVE IT OR NOT !!!👀👀👀👀👀👀👀👀
I only found out about this story a month ago. These boys were so brave, and so smart and so creative. There are many people who would have been completely messed up by these experiences. It's the kind of story you hear about on the evening news; teen breaks out after being controlled for his entire life and kills his father. That's what this story could have turned into. But Mukunda and his brothers chose to turn one of the most negative experiences possible into something positive. They are true heroes and I admire them very much.
HardyGirl66 - I agree.
He is a wonderful boy♡
He’s so unbelievably charming! Love this dude
they're better persons that the students at colleges
This dude is awesome and his family's story is sad but these boys are heroes and true examples of the human will . imagine
Wishing the wolfback all of my best!
I really hope these boys grow up and have a great life and when they have kids of their own lives and explore the world and live happily ever after
There are so many families like this -where the man controls his “kingdom” and his word is law.
His way of expressing himself is amazing, hard to believe he was locked up for years without outside contact, he is so well spoken, better than me, better than any person I know after finishing years of schooling. Great speech.
this family is so inspiring, i can't even put into words how much their story touched me
Me too!! Just bawled my eyes out!
It's wonderful how he chose not to become bitter, depressed or vengeful. What a real role model.
The wolfpack kids are incredible kids! In some respects their father saved them from the world around them but let them be a part of it through those movies. Im not saying that what he did was right. These kids are just geniouses. There life has been hard but just look at them now. What a blessing they are. They turned out amazing sweet and total gentlemen. Alot of girls are gonna be so lucky to be a part of their lives and love them.
the audience is cringe af
Toyota Skyline ikr its just a ted talk. get involved or cheer a little. this guy is funny as.
I think his mic just isn't picking it up.
Kodie Jc
Toyota Skyline 6:46 are you sure
Toyota Skyline why do you think that
What a gift of generosity Mukunda has shared so freely, elegantly expressed thru his personal life story showing me how his imagination kept him grounded thru a tragic life circumstance. Thank you Mukunda ! You rock!
This guy has mastered controlling his anxiety without medication. Anything possible is attainable by your mind
How is it that this kid was confined to a small apartment for most of his life and yet he has infinitely more charisma than I do?
These kids are so special! ❤️ There is nothing abnormal about them. They are even more so full of life, zist and confident
What an outspoken individual.
Among the angulo brothers, he’s my favorite!
I just hope somehow he learns that it is his Creator that put that gift of his imagination and strength inside of him, and he comes to honor the Lord. I think he will - he is not all about himself! So happy he and his family are enjoying their lives. I also love how he never acts in malice towards his father - just stated the facts. Beautiful person.
Mukunda I am very proud of you... you are liberated... love to you and the pact.
This kid is amazing........ He and the rest used the very limited resources to do the most imaginable thing possible.
This man's father carried out a valuable behavioural study without knowing it: How humans develop when virtual reality replaces real world experiences. No wonder that raised interest, if you're aware, that that is where we're heading ...
THE HUMAN MIND IS A PLACE .
The fact that he was able to give me encouragement by using a Michael Myers example is 🔥🔥👆🏽🙏🏾💯
I love how he describes Halloween... it's the one time of the year when you can be creative
I loved this documentary so touching. I'm so happy that they all survived their childhood.
Lissette Torres his is a ted talk not a documentary
Fatin They made a documentary on it. That's what she's talking about.
Lissette Torres they more than survived.....they thrived.
Next time my kids start whining about something we cannot give them...they’re watching this young man’s story!
Brilliant. I walked into a bank wearing a mask. Fun-nee! Wonderfully articulate young man.
Thank you, Mukundo, for this. Your story is hypnotic to me and I'm so glad you brothers have made it! I'm in awe of your mom Suzanne and wish you all the best....one thing I love when I see clips of you and your brothers is how respectful you are to each other. Blessings to all of you
This shows you that HUMANITY still exists in the world.
Good job Mukunda! Congratulations to you and your siblings!
It's impressive what you and your brothers have achieved. I found a 6 minute you tube video 20/20 did way back when and stayed up really late to watch it all, the documentary and this, your Ted talk, to see what became of you all. I'm so glad I did.
Blessings~
This story is so incredible and I’m happy that he is living out his dreams! God bless him and his family.
He has more confidence than most of us.
@Otie Jason What makes you think that?
Honestly the fact these kids became such great men is a miracle becuase what they’ve suffered is unimaginable. They are inherently good…& despite my feelings about their mothers choices it is down to her that they’ve turned out like this. I really,really hope all of them & their sister have the best lives ever going forward. 💜💜
this needs more views I love the ángulo brothers they're so inspiring
These boys are just AMAZING omg. I’m obsessed with their story, I’d die to meet them ❤️. They’re so strong and kind, they’ve gone through so much and deserve so much out of life. I pray they smile and laugh and just LIVE.
He is so intelligent for being in a home for so many years and never left
Your imagination is your freedom! Thank you ;-)
I want to see those reenactments. This is so incredibly powerful. Imagination is indeed the greatest force we have. It defies science. We will always have power so long as we retain our imaginations.
just saw the 20/20 special on these young me . Truly inspiring!!!
I don't think anyone can talk for this family... No one went through it but them. I respect them for forgiving their parents.
"God's timing is the perfect timing"....
And although they were submitted to an unfortunate upbringing along their fathers side, they still have , love and respect for one another. I know big things are coming for all of them. Simply amazing souls!💙💙💙💙💙💙
It's so great how they turned a bad situation into the best. This really speaks to me on a personal level due to the abuse I used to go through growing up and having to make my own escape through drawing and writing.
They are so strong internally after so much constraints in their life he remain articulate confidence & full of positivity...need to learn this from them...never let others define your happiness what ever it is..
What a handsome intelligent boy..wauw! He is a natural speaker...
I have become a great friend of Makunda and his wonderful family .They are such a warm and great family . I have learned and been so inspired by them .
He's so cute
They give me a Lost Boys vibe
What kept them somewhat normal was they had each other.
He's a HERO in his own right saving his siblings & Mother from an even longer life of being controlled.
Your father blessed your life with a childhood filled with movies and imagination. No distractions from the world.
I love the Wolfpack.
They had the most important thing in the world. Love.