As the market for documentaries expands, so does the challenge to create memorable, compelling films. Story and structure are the most important (and least expensive) tools available. This guide shows how to make stronger, more compelling documentaries through improved storytelling techniques. It offers a writerly perspective to filmmakers at every stage of production, from concept and treatment to shooting and postproduction. It is intended for the novice as well a… More >>
Documentary Storytelling for Video and Filmmakers
It’s fairly well written and the author you can tell has done a lot of research and field work. What throws you off at first is her dying love to Michael Moore to my opinion which is a fact that he doesn’t make documentaries. The guy makes blockbuster films. I don’t know, anyway, good for the entry level documentary filmaker.
Rating: 3 / 5
This book should be in every screenwriting curriculum in America. Sheila Curran Bernard knows what she’s talking about, and, unlike others in this field, she is eminently capable of conveying that knowledge in a clear, unassuming, generous manner. Five BIG stars for this excellent guidebook.
Rating: 5 / 5
Reading technical books is hard for me, sometimes it makes my brain hurt. Documentary Storytelling I found informative and reasonable to read. I am glad I own it. I usually go to the library, it’s cheaper. It gives excellent outlines for how to do outlines, treatments and scripts for different kinds of documentary films. Good overall informative book if your going through your documentary film stage.
Rating: 5 / 5
As I said…it’s extremely helpful for beginner like me.
It contains ideas of documentary filmmaking, documentary narratives, examples.
I get the information and idea about documentary filmmaking as much as the beginner like me want.
Rating: 5 / 5
…then this book’s for you. Geared toward directors, producers, editors, and anyone (including writers), the book talks about story and structure as basic to any kind of film. Also has interviews with experts on archival use, historical films, cinema verite and more. Useful and straightforward.
Rating: 5 / 5