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Types of Documentary Interviews
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Reflective
A style where the focus is on the interviewee's reflective thoughts, often with contemplative or introspective responses that reveal their personal connection to the subject matter.
Voice-of-God
A type of interview where the interviewer's presence is not seen, but their voice is heard over footage, guiding the viewer's perception and providing a god-like, all-knowing perspective.
Man-On-The-Street
Interviews conducted with random individuals in public settings, capturing spontaneous reactions and opinions to provide a sample of public sentiment or diverse perspectives.
Talking Heads
A type of interview where the subject speaks directly to the camera. It conveys expert testimony or personal accounts and grounds the documentary in credibility and personal engagement.
Participatory
The interview style where the interviewer has an active role, often seen on-screen engaging with the interviewee, to create a sense of dialogue and draw out more personal responses.
Performative
These interviews emphasize the subjective or performative aspect of the filmmaker's engagement with a subject, blending personal storytelling with the documentary narrative.
Expository
An interview type used to deliver information and context straight to the viewer, often accompanied by cutaways and illustrations to support the facts being presented.
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