Category Archives: documentary film

Photography and its Discontents

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Andy Cline

Look, I thought the whole Nikon v. Canon thing was tiresome back in 1974 when I was working for my high school yearbook. Photography and its discontents march forward. Today we have digital v. analog. We even have a documentary … Continue reading →

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Pre-production Begins for Os Marnotos

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Andy Cline

I’ve begun pre-production on Os Marnotos (The Saltworkers) in Aveiro, Portugal. I’m expecting to go into production in early October and finish filming one year later. You may follow my progress on TikTok: @docfilmdirector

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Maybe One for my List

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Andy Cline

I’m liking the looks of this new film due in theaters soon. It could very well earn a spot on my list of great, direct-cinema documentary films. Also visit my explanation for my list. Finally, you may wish to check … Continue reading →

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My 2024 Reel: Ready Before 2025?

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Andy Cline

I find this odd. I have a reel. It’s two years out of date and a little clunky. I should be motivated to update it. But I’m having trouble, I think, because I have a lot of work going on … Continue reading →

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Where I Differ With the Dogma

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Andy Cline

Cartier-Bresson’s “decisive moment” is, arguably, the most famous  advice for making excellent photographs of a particular kind, i.e. pictures of people living their lives. It’s advice embraced by street photographers with documentary and/or journalistic intent. The dogma of Terrence Malick … Continue reading →

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