On Monday, September 19, 2011, The Cinefamily hosted Doc U: Writing for the Non-Fiction Screen, a panel filled to the brim with talented and established writers from the world of documentary programming. Moderated by writer/producer and IDA Board Executive Member Sara Hutchison, the panel was comprised of award-winning writers Steven Reich, Sharon Wood, P.G. Morgan, and Freida Lee Mock, all of whom were eager to share their projects and guidance to an audience of around 80 documentary filmmakers and writers.
The three panelists each took their turns answering questions from Ms. Hutchison and the audience.
Freida Lee Mock on the importance of a good treatment:
Steven Reich gets bored easily. That's why he tries to hook his potential audience from the get-go.
Sharon Wood gave a lot of advice about narration:
P.G. Morgan encourages us to find our voice before writing.
For more details on Doc U: Writing for the Non-Fiction Screen, read the detailed recap of the event. If you like what you see, buy tickets for the next Doc U: Focus on Funding - Getting Grants for Your Documentary.
Doc U
is the International Documentary Association's series of educational
seminars and workshops for aspiring and experienced documentary filmmakers. Taught by artists and industry experts, participants receive vital training and insight on various
topics including: fundraising, distribution, licensing, marketing, and business tactics.