Description
Book SynopsisThis book explores the industrial and personal challenges faced by filmmakers in bringing the current worldwide craze for documentary films and series to screens small and large. Utilizing a number of case studies drawn from in-depth interviews with acclaimed documentary directors, producers, and screenwriters from around the world, Phoebe Hart offers a thematic analysis to reveal the risks and opportunities for practitioners. Hart examines these themes in the context of current scholarship to provide insight into the modes and methods of making factual screen content as she engages with the documentary form and the marking of it, acquisition of mastery and inspiration, and specific rituals and habits of practice. From the unique vantage point of being a “pracademic” – that is, being both a successful documentary filmmaker and a recognized screen researcher and teacher - Hart ultimately argues for greater support of filmmakers and pursuit of a deeper understanding of creative processes.
Table of ContentsList of Figures
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Chapter 1: Crafting Careers
Chapter 2: Ideas that Land
Chapter 3: A Fine Romance
Chapter 4: Right Tool for the Job
Chapter 5: (Re)writing Documentaries
Chapter 6: Recording Impacts
Conclusion: A Good Time to be Making?
References
About the Author
