Documentary in Practice: Filmmakers and Production Choices
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| Rating | : | 4.12 (791 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0745636128 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 184 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-05-25 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Through fascinating analysis of real-life production situations, Jane Chapman shows the challenges and issues faced during the filmmaking process by a range of both well-known and up-and-coming documentary-makers. Documentary in Practice provides a unique approach to practical documentary-making. Across continents, every project and its makers are different whether they are famous names from the canon', television freelances, art-house directors, documentary-maker activists or first-time filmmakers but they all face a range of challenges: * how to connect visual approach to content idea * morality of camera presence * complaints and ethical challenges * legal issues and censorship * budgetary factors influencing choices * conflict with commissioning editors All students of media studies as well as aspiring documentary-makers will find this book a refreshing introduction to the choices available for filmmaking and the issues that may emerge during the process.. She also brings her own personal experience as a seasoned documentary producer and teacher to advise on how students can gain invaluable insight f
Jane Chapman is Reader in Media Studies at the University of Lincoln.
"Priceless" according to D. Banici. As I am working avidly to absorb filmmaking as a hobby, I have built a considerable library. "Documentary in Practice" stands with the few "stars", as one of the absolutely indispensable books in a filmmaker's education.
This engaging book, informed by her experience in television, is a major contribution to teaching documentary production. "This book, which offers wonderful examples of film-makers reflecting on their practical choices, together with insightful commentary from the author, shows how critical thinking is foundational to the film-making practice." European Journal of Communication"Jane Chapman manages to mix creative enthusiasm and practical advice in equal measure. Its thoughtful commentary and sequence of illuminating case-studies will also be of value to a broader understanding of this area of work and its critical appreciation."John Corner, University of Liverpool