A documentary is a film that records the lives of people. The word ‘documentary’ was first used in 1920.
Documentaries are different from other types of films because they are not scripted, but are based on real events, and it can be difficult to predict how the story will unfold.
Documentaries are often classified by their subjects: social documentaries show how society works; historical documentaries explore past events; and biographical documentaries show how an individual has shaped society or history.
The following tips can help you when shooting a documentary:
– Know your subject well
– Film with a small crew
– Keep your equipment simple
– Be prepared for anything
The documentary is a film or video production in which the story is conveyed through the actuality of events, rather than through a narrative.
There are various types of documentary films, including biographical documentaries, observational documentaries and investigative documentaries.
A good documentary must be able to entertain its viewers in addition to educating them about the issue it covers.
In order to make sure that your documentary is successful, you need to have a clear idea of what you want to do with it from the very beginning.
OVERALL
Documentaries are a form of film that is used to document and represent real-life events. They are typically used for educational or historic purposes, but they can also be used for entertainment purposes. Documentaries differ from other films in that they do not have actors and they are not scripted.
When shooting a documentary, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
1) Make sure you have the right equipment. You will need a camera and tripod to shoot the documentary and you will need editing software to edit the footage together into a cohesive story. You might also need other equipment depending on your subject matter such as microphones, lights, or even drones if you want aerial shots of your subjects.
2) Research your subject matter before shooting anything so that you know what footage and interviews you will need before you go out on location. This way, when it comes time to shoot, you won’t waste time trying to figure out what shots or sound bites you need to gather to effectively tell the story you want to tell.