ART OF THE DOCUMENTARY, THE - TEN CONVERSATIONS WITH LEADING DIRECTORS, CINEMATOGRAPHERS, EDITORS

Have you noticed the renaissance of documentary filmmaking going on around you? Some are inspired by the work of legendary directors and cinematographers such as the Maysles brothers, D.A. Pennabaker & Chris Hegedus, Errol Morris, or Ken Burns. Others follow their own idols or simply set their own course. Inexpensive video camera equipment and video editing software have helped fuel this new wave of truth-tellers, bringing the tools of the craft within reach of amateurs and students, as well as independent journalists and filmmakers on a budget. Through a series of interviews with the directors, editors, cinematographers, and producers behind some of today's most thought-provoking documentaries, author and filmmaker Megan Cunningham examines the thought processes and collaborations that have guided this work from project conception to developing, producing, shooting, editing, and releasing their films. Addressing both practical, strategic aspects of their craft, and the more conceptual, aesthetic issues, these filmmakers articulate the tangible and intangible ingredients that go into great documentary work.