Ebook: The art of nonfiction movie making

Academy Award-winning documentary filmmakers show readers how to handle the process of making their own nonfiction filmâ€"from conception and financing through shooting, post-production, and distribution.;Title; Copyright; Contents; Foreword; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Part One: Development; 1. The Idea; Where Do Documentary Ideas Come From?; What Makes a Good Idea for a Documentary?; Is the Idea Fundable?; What Are Funders Looking For?; Is It a Worthy Subject?; Is the Subject Important?; Has It Been Done Before?; Is It a Good Story?; Are There Strong, Interesting Characters?; Is There Conflict?; How Good Is Your Access?; Are There Strong Visual Elements to Tell the Story?; Case Study: The Times of Harvey Milk; Conclusion; 2. Research and Evaluate Your Subject.