Documentary Filmmaking techniques KEY WORDS

Chill footage: Letting the camera run without setting up shots. Usually background stuff which sets the scene and location. Neutral establishing shot.

Actuality footage: Raw unedited footage from eye witnesses, such as body cams on police or mobile phones.

Library footage: Footage from an archive somewhere else to help tell a story.

Reconstructions: using visuals where there are not to fill in the gaps.

Noddy shots: Reaction shots, usually nodding. Shows the relationship between subject and filmmaker.

Superimpositions: Statistics and graphics used as evidence to back up facts and guide the audience.

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