2012 Schedule

Poetic Journalism

Straightforward reportage packed with “just the facts, ma’am” has long dominated the world of documentary and television journalism. But more and more filmmakers are attacking reality with sideways blows, immersing us in strange worlds that can’t be reduced to broadcast convention. See how the new guard approaches “the news.” 

The New Cinematic Nonfiction

It’s no secret that revolutionary new cameras have transformed the way documentaries are made, but there’s no substitute for a perceptive artist behind the lens. In True Vision award winner Victor Kossakovsky’s formulation, filmmakers who utilize instinct and intuition can “provide viewers with new impressions they never had before.”

Editing Master Class with Pedro Kos

One of the most skilled editors working in documentary, Pedro Kos (The Island President), shares his insights.