Question by {~x*Emily*x~}: How to make documentary?
I have a topic, a camera, loads of ideas.
But I have to pitch my ideas to someone to get accepted so i can make the documentary.
Is there any set rules to go by when making a documentary, any solid structures? Do i have to ask and answer question?
Any experience or advice Is welcomed, Thanks!
Best answer:
Answer by withinfire
When you make a documentary you must have a clear-cut idea, this idea is the motivation and therefore intention of your documentary, you have to ask to your self two questions:
Why i want to do this documentary? and What does i want to tell with my documentary?
This is the only rule you have to follow. The second but more flexible rule is that you have to remember that emotions moves the humans and because of this reading some theory about dramatic writing will help.
The possibilities are infinite.
Good luck.
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