The Documentary Handbook

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One of the first practical guides to documentary available, this handbook includes interviews, case studies and illustrations and presents a critical introduction to the documentary film, its theory and changing practices. From the cinematic releases of Michael Moore to the low-budget Video Nation and from educational works to Big Brother , The Documentary Handbook takes a thematic approach to documentary, including chapters for all the myriad forms we watch today. The book charts the evolution of documentary from screen art to core television genre, its metamorphosis into many different types of factual TV programme and its current emergence in forms of new media. The Documentary Handbook includes: interviews with documentary professionals case studies, examples and illustrations a filmography of key works expert briefings giving clear technical advice. 'The Documentary Handbook is mandatory reading for those who want a critical understanding of the place of factual formats in today's exploding television and media industry, as well as expert guidance in complex craft skills in order to fully participate. The practical advice and wisdom here is second to none.' - Tony Steyger, Principal Lecturer, Southampton Solent University, UK The Documentary Handbook is a critical introduction to the documentary film, its theory and changing practices. The book charts the evolution of documentary from screen art to core television genre, its metamorphosis into many different types of factual TV programme and its current emergence in forms of new media. It analyses those pathways and the transformation of means of production through economic, technical and editorial changes. The Documentary Handbook explains the documentary process, skills and job specifications for everyone from industry entrants to senior personnel, and shows how the industrial evolution of television has relocated the powers and principles of decision-making. Through the use of professional Expert Briefings it gives practical pointers about programme-making, from research, developing and pitching programme ideas to their production and delivery through a fast-evolving multi-platform universe. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction  Part 1: Talk to the Camera  1. Reportage  2. 'Lecture' Series  3. Vox Populi  Part 2: Observe the People   4. Real Life  5. Docu-soap and Moc-doc  6. Ambulance Chasers  7. Undercover Expose  8. Freak Shows  Part 3: Change the Mind   9. Education  10. Propaganda  11. Polemic  12. Liberation  Part 4: Entertainment for All  13. Formats and Reality TV  14. Lifestyle and Makeover  15. Performance  16. Drama-doc  17. Art and Anarchy  Part 5: Watch the Figures   18. Biopics  19. Wildlife and Environment  20. Landmarks  21. Box Office  Conclusion  Bibliography  Filmography  Index