Ken Burns, a well-known documentary filmmaker, has spent the last decade working on a project about the American Revolution. This project is a six-part, 12-hour series that he believes is one of the most important films he has ever made. The series is not just about the famous figures like George Washington, but also about the many other people who played a role in t...
Selin Murat has taken over as the executive director of the IDFA Bertha Fund, stepping into a role previously held by Isabel Arrate Fernandez for 23 years. Murat, who has over 15 years of experience in the industry, finds her new position as a funder both interesting and challenging. Her first few months were hectic, involving multiple rounds of funding and extensive...
The journey to create a true-crime documentary is a lot like detective work. It requires a lot of digging and a bit of luck. The director is at a point where ideas come to them from various sources. Sometimes, people pitch ideas. Other times, the director and their team are on the hunt for stories that grab their attention. They have a trusted colleague who helps wit...