Documentary filmmaking is a different branch of the filmmaking industry. In order to make a documentary film, an individual is required to understand every single aspect of the subject. These include the historical, social and cultural backgrounds, production requirements and technical necessities. Obviously, it is a very difficult option to choose and needs proper research and guidance to reflect the expertise and perfection in the film.

The documentary schools conduct a survey of the other schools and explore the different styles, structures and formats of documentaries. Students are then encouraged to research, develop and produce individual subjects of the documentary. The classes include lectures, presentations, screenings and demonstration of the production methods and equipments. An insight on the post-production processes, camera work, sound recording, lighting issues, setting and interview recordings are an essential part of this program. Apart from this, students are given to work on a specific number of projects for shooting and digital video editing. The work is then critically reviewed and judged by the faculty.

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