From a boom in theatrical features to footage posted on websites such as YouTube and Google Video, the early years of the 21st century have witnessed significant changes in the technological, commercial, aesthetic, political, and social dimensions of documentaries on film, television and the web. In response to these rapid developments, this book rethinks the notion of documentary, in terms of theory, practice and object/s of study.Drawing together 26 original essays from scholars and practitioners, it critically assesses ideas and constructions of documentary and, where necessary, proposes new tools and arguments with which to examine this complex and shifting terrain. Covering a range of media output, the book is divided into four sections: critical perspectives on documentary forms and concepts; the changing faces of documentary production; contemporary documentary - borders, neighbours and disputed territories; and, digital and online documentaries - opportunities and limitations. "Rethinking Documentary" is valuable reading for scholars and students working in documentary theory and practice, film studies, and media studies.

Rethinking Documentary

Austin, Thomas

De Jong, Wilma

Humor & Entertainment

Open University Press

What does it mean to be a documentary filmmaker in today's world? How are new technologies changing documentary filmmaking? What new forms of documentary are emerging? Recent technological developments have made the making and distribution of documentary films easier and more widespread than ever before. Creative Documentary: Theory and Practiceis an innovative and essential guide that comprehensively embraces these changing contexts and provides you with the ideas, methods, and critical understanding to support successful documentary making. It helps the aspiring 'total filmmaker' understand the contemporary contexts for production, equipping you also with the understanding of creativity and visual storytelling you'll need to excel. Bridging the gap between theory and practice, it outlines the contemporary, institutional, practical and financial contexts for production - always encouraging innovation and originality. Key features: <ul>
<li>Five sections covering creativity and creative documentary and the contemporary creative industries: strategies for developing documentary ideas; the art of documentary narrative; digital production methods; new documentary forms; distribution and financing. </li> <li>Provides a comprehensive overview of critical thought and techniques in digital documentary filmmaking. </li> <li>Authors and specialist contributors combine the experience, knowledge and skills of academics and media professionals working in the industry. </li> <li>Practical case studies support analysis and reflection. </li> <li>Exercises, checklists, interviews with professionals and further reading materials accompany each chapter. </li> <li>A historical overview of world documentary. </li>
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Creative Documentary: Theory and Practice is an essential guide for those engaged in the study and practice of documentary theory and making, as well as key reading for those more broadly interested in video, film and media theory and production.

Creative Documentary: Theory and Practice

Rothwell, Jerry

Knudsen, Erik

Movies

Routledge

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