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The classic guide to making documentaries, now revised and expanded for today's filmmakerThe second edition of Making Documentary Films and Videos fully updates the popular guidebook that has given readers around the world the knowledge and confidence to produce their first documentary film. It traces two main approachesrecording behavior and recreating past eventsand shows you how to be successful at each. Covering all the steps from concept to completion, with chapters on visual evidence; documentary ethics; writing for documentaries; budgeting; assembling a crew; film and sound recording; casting and directing actors and nonactors; and editing for the audience, this book can help you successfully bring to life the documentary you want to make.The second edition includes a discussion of truth, 'reality,' and honesty in the currentfilmmaking environment new advice on how to get started in documentary filmmaking an expanded section on researching and writing the proposal,treatment, and script an exhaustive list of resources'Practical planning advice, the importance of documentary ethics, budgeting and putting together a crew.' The Guardian
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Making Documentary Films and Videos'? A: The book focuses on providing a practical guide for filmmakers on how to plan, film, and edit documentaries, covering both recording behavior and re-creating past events.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Making Documentary Films and Videos' is Barry Hampe.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the entire documentary filmmaking process, including concept development, writing, budgeting, assembling a crew, and editing.
- Q: Is this the latest edition of the book? A: Yes, this is the second edition, which has been revised and expanded to include updated information and resources for today's filmmakers.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: The book contains 464 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Making Documentary Films and Videos' published? A: The book was published on December 10, 2007.
- Q: Does this book cover documentary ethics? A: Yes, the book includes a chapter on documentary ethics, discussing the importance of truth and honesty in filmmaking.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in documentary filmmaking? A: Yes, the book provides new advice on how to get started in documentary filmmaking, making it suitable for beginners.
- Q: What additional resources are included in the book? A: The book features an exhaustive list of resources to help filmmakers with researching and writing proposals, treatments, and scripts.