documentary film

Documentary Storytelling, Second Edition: Making Stronger and More Dramatic Nonfiction Films
$29.95
I am thoroughly impressed with Ms. Bernard's book and I intend to use it to teach my Documentary Filmmaking course this fall. It is rare to find a book so full of wisdom and so well-written. The emphasis on storytelling rather than production how-to is in line with the way I intend to teach. Thanks for this gem.

Making Documentary Films and Videos: A Practical Guide to Planning, Filming, and Editing Documentaries
$20.00
This is a must read for anyone even thinking about a career in documentary film making! Every paragraph is meaty with thought provoking questions and answers on everything from modern technology advances to documentary ethics. A 5 star recommendation.

A New History of Documentary Film
$26.95
I co-wrote this book.

It is the very best, easy-to read history of documentary film in English language you will find. Many photos also and a good value. You will keep it for years.

Fashion in Film (Starz Inside)
$19.97
This movie would be great if it were edited down to 15 minutes. Most of it is talking heads going on and on about this designer or that trend. The blurb indicated that it would deal with Edith Head, costumes in film,etc. That takes up about ten minutes, and it merely shows a photo of Ms. Head. It doesn't deal with the iconic elements of her designs. The rest looks like those MTV fillers where actors and unrecognizable "fasion experts" give their preferences and opinions. I showed it to my film class and was embarrassed by the lack of information and the vapid way in which it was delivered. I wanted to fast forward through the first 30 minutes, but I kept hoping it would get better. There have to be better movies about costumes and fashion in film. I'm still searching.