Genre Research : Documentary

 The first genre i researched I studies was documentary style. A documentary is one of the many forms of genre in films. The documentary style genre in film is a category of movies that are characterized by their non-fictional content and objective approach to storytelling. Documentary films are often educational or informative in nature and seek to present a factual account of real people, events, or issues. Documentary films can cover a wide range of subjects, from historical events and cultural phenomena to scientific discoveries and social issues. They may be produced by independent filmmakers, television networks, or educational institutions, and they can be shown in theaters, on television, or online. Documentary films often use a variety of techniques to tell their stories, including interviews with experts and eyewitnesses, archival footage, photographs, and narration. They may also use animation, graphics, and other visual elements to illustrate their points and help to engage audiences. Documentary films may be informative, inspiring, or thought-provoking, and they can provide valuable insights into the world and its many complexities. Some classic examples of documentary films include The Thin Blue Line, An Inconvenient Truth, and March of the Penguins. While documentary films are typically associated with non-fiction, some filmmakers have used the documentary style to tell fictional stories or to present their own subjective perspectives on real events. These types of films are known as "docufiction" or "mockumentary" films. That documentary style films are frequently found entertaining by the older audience. With that being the case most directors target the older audience to promote their film. To be considered a documentary it has to be a non fiction style film with a purpose to inform the audience. This all varies on what the director's vision is. A directors vision is what is considered most. When producing a film specific instructions are followed . It ensures that the product of the film is close to what the director had in mind with very few alterations if nessecary. Documentary style has been very impactful on the film industry.