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Awardwinning photographer Stuart Franklins exploration of how we, as humans, are driven to visually document our experiences and the world around us.Stuart Franklin took one of the most powerful photographs of the twentieth century the tank man in Tiananmen Square, Beijing, 1989. From his insightful position as a photographer, Franklin explores why we are driven to visually document our experiences and the world around us. He focuses on photography but traces this universal need through art, literature and science.Looking at photojournalism, war photography and work recording our culture, Franklin identifies some of its driving impulses: curiosity, outrage, reform and ritual; the search for evidence, for beauty, for therapy; and the immortalization of memory.As our understanding of documentary continues to expand, Franklin considers photographic staging where, perhaps, the future of the genre may lie: in search of truth over fact.This book traces what I shall call the documentary impulse. Here I mean the passion to record, with fidelity, the moments we experience and wish to preserve, the things we witness and might want to reform; or simply the people, places or things we find remarkable... Photography (and journalism) practised respectfully has the power to educate us all towards a greater understanding and empathy towards others. Stuart Franklin
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The content is great and full of insights, but I had a tough time getting through some sections that were just too verbose. I enjoyed the practical examples, though. If you’re patient, it has a lot to offer.
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Juana Rodriguez
Mixed Feelings, but Worth a Read
The content is great and full of insights, but I had a tough time getting through some sections that were just too verbose. I enjoyed the practical examples, though. If you’re patient, it has a lot to offer.
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Sara Kim
An Intriguing Insight into Documentaries
The Documentary Impulse provides a fascinating look into the world of filmmaking. As someone who loves documentaries, I found the analyses really engaging. It's easy to read and has sparked a few ideas for my own projects!
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Sara Kim
An Intriguing Insight into Documentaries
The Documentary Impulse provides a fascinating look into the world of filmmaking. As someone who loves documentaries, I found the analyses really engaging. It's easy to read and has sparked a few ideas for my own projects!
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Emily Chen
A Must-Have for Documentary Lovers
This book is a gem! The insights into documentary storytelling are top-notch and really made me appreciate the craft even more. It’s an essential read if you love watching and making documentaries.
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