David Saunders

Documentary

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ISBN 13:
9780415473101
author:
David Saunders
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Taylor & Francis, Inc.
language:
English
Publication Year:
2010
Pages:
288
Dimensions:
129mm X 198mm
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£28.01

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Dave Saunders' Documentary provides a comprehensive introduction to the history, cultural context and development of non-fiction filmmaking. The book explores the various approaches, controversies and functions of documentary, examining how it conveys meaning and serves different societal purposes. Saunders considers the impact of recent technological developments on documentary production, distribution and viewing, as well as the blurring of distinctions between factual and dramatic formats. This guidebook covers a range of global releases from the 1920s to 2009, featuring films such as Nanook of the North, The Man with the Movie Camera, Night Mail, and others. By introducing readers to key filmmakers, major scholars, central debates and critical ideas, Documentary offers a broad-ranging exploration of non-fiction filmmaking.

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