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Documentaries have been a regular programme fixture on television screens in the UK. But recently the success of documentary-style films in the cinema has sparked greater interest in the medium from film-makers around the globe. Documentaries - for a long time seen as the preserve of the small screen - now have an international audience. The challenge for the UK is to take advantage of this renewed interest and demonstrate it's considerable experience and expertise in the field.
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The Documentary Filmmakers Group is a comprehensive resource for those involved in, or interested in the art and production of documentary film and video. They regularly hold events and provide training for anyone interested in finding out more about documentary film.
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The state of documentary making in the UK
Documentaries OverviewA number of recent documentary films have enjoyed success with cinema audiences worldwide. The UK, with its strong tradition of factual broadcasting, is perfectly poised to take advantage of this renewed interest in the medium. But will it succeed, or pass the opportunity by?

Lost in La Mancha: the first 'un-making of' documentary?
Lost in La ManchaFilmmaker Terry Gilliam takes on his alter-ego, Don Quixote, in this unique first-hand look at the 'un-making' of a major motion picture.
Grierson Awards - The British Documentary Awards
Grierson AwardsThe Grierson Awards were established in 1972 to commend the best in British film and television documentary. The awards are given to outstanding productions with social or cultural significance.
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