Friday 9 December 2011

Types Of Documentaries

Observational - A documentary that records people in their natural environment such as Big Brother.

Fly On The Wall - A documentary whereby subjects are observed over a period of time. For example, Wife Swap.

Interactive - A documentary where the film maker is both the character and author.

Expositary - A documentary made to inform and educate its audience.

Drama Documentary - A dramatic reconstruction such as Walking With Dinosours

Mockumentary - Parodies the forms and conventions of a documentary. For example The Office and Best In Show

Personal - Documentary where the film maker addresses the camera directly