Documentaries: and how to make them

Currently one of the most popular film and TV genre with the success of Michael Moore, Touching the Void, Supersize Me and March of the Penguins.

Interest in film and filmmaking is at an all-time high, and UK cinema admissions now running at 165 million each year.

This book will help you with; developing your concept, funding, writing pitches and treatments, interview technique, narrative, writing commentary, dealing with ethical issues, camera technique, sound, lighting, post-production, editing and grading, marketing and distribution, film festivals, and the history of documentary.

Additional interviews with industry insiders and award-winning filmmakers who contribute their tips, tricks and advice, case studies of three award winning films, and additional layouts for budget spreadsheets, release forms, contracts and more...