Lente: TV documentary on the reality behind TV documentary-making in the Philippines

Date of Publication

2011

Document Type

Bachelor's Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Arts Major in Communication Arts

Subject Categories

Communication

College

College of Liberal Arts

Department/Unit

Communication

Thesis Adviser

Marie Mamawal

Defense Panel Member

Clodualdo Del Mundo

Gerardo Mariano

Miguel Rapatan

Abstract/Summary

John Grierson, the father of documentary, describes the process as creative treatment of reality. This statement exposes the nature of documentaries, belong both grounded on empirical facts and influenced by individual/collective biases. It is therefore essential to recognize the limitations that could possibly affect the portrayal of what we deem as raw and truthful reality. The television documentary special, Lente, captures the production process of Unlimited Productions (formerly Probe Productions). It specifically depicts the three stages of production and the limitations they encounter, following the episode, Ang Tunay Na Pag-ibig Ni Lolo Jose. Through the perspective of the individuals behind the documentaries of Probe, the reality behind the creative portrayal reality is revealed.

Abstract Format

html

Language

English

Format

Print

Accession Number

TU14787

Shelf Location

Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall

Physical Description

49[4] leaves ; 28 cm.

Keywords

Documentary films; Documentary television programs--Production and direction

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