The pioneering documentarian, with an uncanny ability to gain her subjects’ trust, has repeatedly put herself at risk while leaving no stone unturned.
Far beyond the promo reels once popularized by MTV, the most penetrating documentaries underscore psychological insight and socio-political context.
Davis Guggenheim
In viewing Man on Wire, Davis Guggenheim marvels in director James Marsh's deft reenactments, inspiring use of score and ability to build suspense.
Late scripts affect everything from casting, editing and performances to overall cost and safety, and can make the difference between mere competence and genuine artistry.
Network news directors Sarah Carlson Brooke, Brian Nalesnik, Rob Vint, Brent Holey and David Distinti must not only stay ahead of fast-breaking developments but also frame reporting in ways that underscore the human drama.
NYC location managers do more than scouting and securing permits: They also iron out the logistics while keeping city leaders and residents happy.
For directors of fact-based dramas, fighting the good fight means knowing when to fortify the storytelling and when to pull their punches.
With
Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj, director Richard Preuss and his team orchestrate and choreograph a show that gives new meaning to the term "multimedia."
Capturing Competition on Camera
For competition shows, directors still focus on the storytelling by concentrating on real people with relatable stories, whether it's an
Iron Chef contestant or a singer on
The Voice.
The Thin Blue Line
In the opening sequence of
The Thin Blue Line, Errol Morris enhances his quest for the truth with innovative, and controversial, style.
Lauren Greenfield
For photographer, documentarian and commercials director Lauren Greenfield, a picture is worth a thousand words.
Barry Sonnenfeld wove together disparate elements into a unified vision for the fanciful TV series
A Series of Unfortunate Events.
History in the Making
The Nationals, held in check for most of Game 7 of the Fall Classic, broke it open within the span of three batters, while Matt Gangl and his gang caught every angle.
Prime Imagery
Large-Format Lenses Shape Visual Storytelling.
Hamish Hamilton navigated uncharted waters for a broadcast of the reimagined Disney musical, blending live action with animation.
Michael Mann, Gina Prince-Bythewood and Ang Lee expound on their opening sequences for
The Last of the Mohicans,
Love & Basketball and
Sense and Sensibility.