Documentary Film 101
Welcome to the wonderful and fascinating world of documentary films! Nonfiction films provide you with unlimited access to the whole wide world around you. No subject is too obscure, no mountain too high to deter a determined documentary film director from exploring it and presenting it to you. Here, you'll discover the basics about the production elements, aesthetics and history of documentary film.
Documentary Films 101
The must-know basics about documentary films.
The must-know basics about documentary films.
Film Studies Programs
University Film Studies Programs offer great opportunities for you to learn about documentary films--whether you're interested in working towards a degree or not. Use this site to find film studies programs in your area, so you can sign up for a course or take advantage of screenings of films you might not find in other local venues.
University Film Studies Programs offer great opportunities for you to learn about documentary films--whether you're interested in working towards a degree or not. Use this site to find film studies programs in your area, so you can sign up for a course or take advantage of screenings of films you might not find in other local venues.
Is Film School Right for You?
The digital revolution has made it possible for anyone to make a film. If you have a subject that you want to investigate or a message that you must make known, film is a great medium in which to do so. This article will help you decide if you want to go to film school to learn the basic strokes before you jump into the deep end of the pool.
The digital revolution has made it possible for anyone to make a film. If you have a subject that you want to investigate or a message that you must make known, film is a great medium in which to do so. This article will help you decide if you want to go to film school to learn the basic strokes before you jump into the deep end of the pool.
Becoming a Documentaries Angel
Perhaps you're already a docs devotee, convinced that nonfiction films are primary sources of information and inspiration in our world. If you want to be part of documentary filmmaking, but don't want hands-on involvement, consider backing films you believe will make a difference. Investors are called angels. The Film Investors Network can direct you to projects where you can earn your halo.
Perhaps you're already a docs devotee, convinced that nonfiction films are primary sources of information and inspiration in our world. If you want to be part of documentary filmmaking, but don't want hands-on involvement, consider backing films you believe will make a difference. Investors are called angels. The Film Investors Network can direct you to projects where you can earn your halo.
Documentary Film on Wikipedia
Wikipedia provides an excellent backgrounder on documentary film, with links to valuable resources.
Wikipedia provides an excellent backgrounder on documentary film, with links to valuable resources.