Includes bibliographical references, filmography and index.

This comprehensive work combines clear, up-to-date technical information, production techniques and gear descriptions with an understanding of how technical choices can create meaning and serve a director's creative vision. Drawing on the authors' years of experience as documentary filmmakers, and on interviews with a range of working professionals in the field, it offers concrete and thoughtful guidance through all stages of production, from finding and researching ideas to production, editing and distribution.

Specialized.