Context
Similar to writing a paper, starting your media project by doing research on the work that is already out there can help bring inspiration to your project while also asking you to consider how your work fits into the media landscape and what is distinct about your particular perspective on the topic. Below are some resources that can help set the stage for thinking about the interviews, props and script writing.
Websites
- How to Prepare and Conduct a Documentary Interview
Insight on how typical interviews are setup and planned in documentaries. While not all of this might apply, some tips are helpful, e.g. paying attention to the background and the sound. - How to film an interview like the pros, plus examples we love
"Whether you’re a seasoned filmmaker refreshing your memory on how to film an interview or a business owner finally hitting record on your iPhone, this guide is designed to help you embrace the experience. "
Books
Reading and Writing a Screenplay by ISBN: 9781138476752Publication Date: 2019-04-29Reading and Writing a Screenplaytakes you on a journey through the many possible ways of writing, reading and imagining fiction and documentary projects for cinema, television and new media.
Writing Short Scripts by ISBN: 0815628021Publication Date: 1999-08-01A guide designed to help the beginning writer enter the world of short films, from travelogues to animated shorts.
Auditioning by ISBN: 0375725377Publication Date: 2001-05-08In this highly informative and accessible book, Merlin provides everything the actor needs to achieve self-confidence and artistic honesty;from the most basic practical tips to an in-depth framework for preparing a part.
News
- RaiNews LiveAn Italian (State owned) 24-hour all-news television channel.
- BBC - a guide to Italian news you can watch onlineA guide to Italian news you can watch online