Sir David Attenborough Screening

Watch the documentary and make notes on the following:

1   What shot types are used in the documentary?

High sky shots and cuts. Zoomed in shots. Still shots. Time lapse

2   Is the editing fast or slow?

Slow as its not that much because its focused on one bit for a bit of time

3  What different types of sound are used?

Voice over and music and the sounds of the birds and animals. Environment sounds

4  What is the effect of any music used?

The music comes on when a whole view from the sky is happening. Added extra sound for the plants 

5  Does the documentary include interviews? If so, who with?

No

6   Is there a voice over? What information is given in it?

Yes all the way through out telling us about the animals and wildlife

7   Are we aware of the documentary-maker? (Do they appear on camera? Do we hear their voice?)

We only hear their voice not face

     Who do you think the target audience is? Why do you think this?

To show people the wild life and how animals live

9   What is the purpose of the documentary?

To show and explain whats in the forest and how they live and survive

1   Which mode of documentary does this film fall into and why?

The expository mode (Voice of god) because of the narration and the voice over. 

1   How could you use this mode of documentary in your own production? You must comment on the different types of shots, audio and editing techniques.

Do recordings and photos with voice overs. To do high shots for over head and to show the environment. Zoomed in shots. Music recordings are used for the over head and different types during the documentary. Simple cuts can be made through out the film