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Unit 2 & 27 - Communications & Factual Programming
In this unit you will research the specific conventions of documentary filmmaking using a variety of written and filmic sources and extracting information in note and summary form before drafting, reviewing and presenting a report on the documentary genre. You will then identify and then research a subject area that is of interest to you and pitch a documentary proposal for approval. Designs and final production will lead directly to submission of your final piece to the film awards.
Unit Deadlines: Task 1 (Research Issues) - Jan 6 ; Task 2 (Research Conventiosn) - Jan 6 ;
Task 3 (Reports) - MAR 30 ; Task 4 (Pitch) - APR 26; Task 5 (Pre-Pro) - MAY 8; Task 6 (Final Doc) - MAY 16
Task 1 - 2 - 3: Research + Report
Readings:
Highlight, annotate and summarise in your own words the key information from each reading
Apply your understanding of the readings to examples of factual programming
Example of a highlighted / annotated reading
Self-Study Slideshows
Use the slideshows below to extend your knowledge
Further apply concepts to your independent viewing of a range of examples of factual programming.
Task 2 - Sample Application of Research Notes to Example - Columbine
Task 3 - Documentary Report
Task 4: Pitch your Documentary
Know the Pitch Criteria:
Know the Pitch Content Requirements:
Watch these two awesome pitches (for Art Installations)
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