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Capturing Reality

Capturing Reality

From cinema-verite; pioneers Albert Maysles and Joan Churchill to maverick movie makers like Errol Morris, Werner Herzog and Nick Broomfield, the world's best documentarians reflect upon the unique power of their genre. Capturing Reality explores the complex creative process that goes into making non-fiction films. Deftly charting the documentarian's journey, it poses the question: can film capture reality?

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Capturing Reality
  • Genres: Documentary
  • Release Date: 2008-11-01
  • Runtime: 90 minutes
  • Rating: 6.1/10 (8 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies:
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.1379
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Errol Morris

Errol Morris

as Self

Werner Herzog

Werner Herzog

as Self

Jessica Yu

Jessica Yu

as Self

Albert Maysles

Albert Maysles

as Self

Nick Broomfield

Nick Broomfield

as Self

Laura Poitras

Laura Poitras

as Self

Kevin Macdonald

Kevin Macdonald

as Self

Patricio Guzmán

Patricio Guzmán

as Self

Jennifer Baichwal

Jennifer Baichwal

as Self

Scott Hicks

Scott Hicks

as Self

External Links

Keywords

reality vs fictiondirectordocumentary filmmakingwoman directorcinéma vérité

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Capturing Reality?

Capturing Reality is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2008-11-01.

Who are the main actors in Capturing Reality?

The main cast includes Errol Morris, Werner Herzog, Jessica Yu, Albert Maysles, Nick Broomfield, .

Where can I watch Capturing Reality online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Capturing Reality is available.

Is Capturing Reality based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of Capturing Reality?

Capturing Reality has an IMDb rating of 6.1/10 based on 8 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Capturing Reality?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Capturing Reality?

The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Capturing Reality filmed?

Capturing Reality was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Capturing Reality?

The total runtime of Capturing Reality is 90 minutes.

Is Capturing Reality suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Capturing Reality?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Capturing Reality.

Does Capturing Reality have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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