Investigates the nature of documentary work, arguing that the work of an observer is not only to represent, but also to interpret reality, and uses examples fro

Outlines each step in creating documentaries, from conception to final film, and offers advice on capturing human behavior and recreating past events, with advi

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Directing the Documentary is the definitive book on the documentary form, that will allow you to master the craft of documentary filmmaking. Focusing on the han

Michael Rabiger guides the reader through the stages required to conceive, edit and produce a documentary. He also provides advice on the law, ethics and author