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Best books to learn Documentary filmmaking, in order
Documentary is craft and ethics braided together, and both develop in stages. A good path begins with story and the responsibilities of representing real people, then the practical work of shooting and interviewing, then editing and the field's great debates. Reading in order keeps technique in service of truth.
Reading paths for documentary filmmaking
Make documentaries: story, ethics & craft
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Frequently asked questions
- How should I approach learning documentary filmmaking?
- Documentary is craft and ethics braided together, and both develop in stages. A good path begins with story and the responsibilities of representing real people, then the practical work of shooting and interviewing, then editing and the field's great debates. Reading in order keeps technique in service of truth.
- What's a good book to start documentary filmmaking with?
- A strong starting point is Story by Robert McKee. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
- What should I read after documentary filmmaking?
- Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Filmmaking, Storytelling, Photography.