Ben Affleck’s new movie Argo -- which he both directs and stars in -- is getting great reviews. The Los Angeles Times writes, “Argo takes you back. Not just to the dark days of the 1979-81 Iranian hostage crisis, but to a brighter, earlier time, when Hollywood regularly turned out smart and engaging films that crackled with energy and purpose.” This made us wonder: What TEDTalks would Affleck give rave reviews? Here, he picks eight incredible talks and gives notes on why he picked each one.
James Nachtway fights XDR-TB
“The world’s most important war photographer, using photography to change the world.”
Ben Zander: The transformative power of classical music
“Incredibly entertaining and fun.”
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala: Want to help Africa? Do business here
“Words of wisdom from a remarkable leader and exceptional public servant.”
Hans Rosling: Stats that reshape your worldview
“Hans is the most creative and entertaining statistician on earth!”
JJ Abrams: The Mystery Box
“JJ traces his love for the unseen mystery back to its magical beginnings.”
Rives: The 4 a.m. mystery
“So interesting.”
Bryan Stevenson: We need to talk about an injustice
“Bryan is a lawyer and activist, and gives a talk about his work to end locking up kids in adult prisons.”
Sarah Kay: If I should have a daughter