Documentary in Practice: Filmmakers and Production Choices

Documentary in Practice: Filmmakers and Production Choices

by JaneL.Chapman (Author)

Synopsis

Documentary in Practice provides a unique approach to practical documentary making. Through fascinating analysis of real life production situations, Jane Chapman shows the challenges and issues faced during the filmmaking process and advises on how students can gain invaluable insight from these projects.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 184
Edition: illustrated edition
Publisher: Polity Press
Published: 19 Dec 2006

ISBN 10: 0745636128
ISBN 13: 9780745636122

Media Reviews
This book, which offers wonderful examples of film-makers reflecting on their practical choices, together with insightful commentary from the author, shows how critical thinking is foundational to the film-making practice. European Journal of Communication Jane Chapman manages to mix creative enthusiasm and practical advice in equal measure. This engaging book, informed by her experience in television, is a major contribution to teaching documentary production. Its thoughtful commentary and sequence of illuminating case-studies will also be of value to a broader understanding of this area of work and its critical appreciation. John Corner, University of Liverpool
Author Bio
Jane Chapman is Reader in Media Studies at the University of Lincoln.