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Entertainment / 7 months ago
Ken Burns Unearths Ancient Tinder Adventures of American Buffalo in Gutsy New Documentary
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Ken Burns unearths the ancient Tinder adventures of American buffalo in his upcoming documentary, revealing a complex world of courtship and connection that predates smartphones and modern dating apps. Get ready to swipe right on this gutsy exploration of forgotten history.
Renowned documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns, known for his historical deep dives and impressive beard, announced his latest project: "Bison 2.0 - The Acient Tinder Adventures of American Buffalo". The peculiarly titled documentary is said to explicitly reveal the untold story of the Bison's extensive use of the prehistoric version of the popular dating app, Tinder. "I believe it's high time we address this overlooked piece of natural history," Burns said in his trademark hushed whisper during a press event held at Old Faithful, the famous geyser in Yellowstone National Park, a buffalo hotspot. The documentary aims to take audiences back millions of years to when buffalos swiped right, or rather, swiped horn-to-grass, narrating heart-wrenching tales of love, loss, and copious amounts of grazing. "Bison had a very complex social and dating order. Their version of Tinder often involved complex grunts and rituals that involved marking territory and an elaborate dance of courtship. It's really fascinating and much more appropriate and respectful than what goes on in most bars these days," Burns continued, stroking his beard thoughtfully. However, Burns’ ambitious project has already sparked controversy among paleontologists who argue that the evidence of Tinder-like dating behavior between prehistoric buffalos remains questionable, given the absence of smartphones in that era. Despite the growing rebuttal from the scientific community, Burns remains unswayed. "All of our technological advancements have roots in nature. You think we invented swiping? Have you ever seen a buffalo court a potential mate? It’s poetry. And it definitely pre-dates unsolicited prom photos and bad pick-up lines sent over the Internet." The film also highlights parallels with the current state of the buffalo population and conservation efforts. Burns gives out a stern warning, comparing the precarious state of the buffalo population with the decline in 'swipes' being experienced on the modern-day Tinder due to the pandemic. "Bison are on the brink, just as meaningful connections are on modern dating apps," Burns noted with a somber tone. "We need to learn from the buffalos if we want to ensure the survival of both species." The documentary, set to air on PBS this fall, promises to be yet another classic Burns mix of evocative imagery, dramatic voice-overs, and beautifully crafted Tinder profiles dating back millions of years. "Ancient buffalo pictographs: there's your original Tinder profile," Burns said. "Complete with cave-paint filters and geotagged hunting grounds." So, get ready to swipe right on this "gutsy" documentary, as it seems Burns has once again found a peculiar, unique and somewhat strange way of narrifying an overlooked piece of American history.
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