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Supplementary footage that provides context, detail, and depth to the main narrative.

A shot of a person talking directly to the camera, commonly used in interviews within documentaries.

Narration by an off-screen voice, often used to convey information or provide commentary in documentaries.

A style of documentary filmmaking employing naturalistic techniques, creating a sense of observed reality.

A series of short shots edited into a sequence to condense space, time, and information.

A style of filmmaking in which the camera records events unobtrusively, without interfering with the subject.

Video or film footage from the past that is used to add historical context to a documentary.

A documentary genre that aims to candidly capture reality and real-life situations without filmmaker involvement.

A documentary form that presents a persuasive argument or viewpoint, often through a strong narrator's commentary.

A documentary form that emphasizes a neutral, fly on the wall approach, permitting events to unfold on their own.

A documentary mode where the filmmaker interacts with the subjects, often including personal reflections or involvement.

A style of documentary filmmaking that prioritizes mood, tone, and aesthetic quality over a linear narrative.

Documentaries that emphasize the subjective or expressive aspect of the filmmaker's engagement with the subject.

Sound that originates from within the film's world, such as people talking or background noises.

Sound that does not originate from within the film's world, including background music, narrator's commentary, or sound effects.

A system of cutting used to maintain continuous and clear narrative action by following a set of rules.

An abrupt transition between shots, often used to show the passage of time or to create a jarring effect.

A sequence of drawings representing the shots planned for a movie or television production.

A comprehensive list that details all the shots to be filmed during a production, including camera angles and movements.