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CommentWhy I revisited the Ripper case
Re-examining the investigation reveals much about attitudes of the time, says Liza Williams
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CommentHow 60 Days On The Streets gives rough sleepers a voice
Our hard-hitting series puts to bed the myths surrounding homelessness, says Jamie Seal
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CommentFeature docs take centre stage
Primetime scheduling positions for C4’s Three Identical Strangers and Leaving Neverland could point to a new era
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CommentTV has a duty to lead debate
It’s important to clear space in the schedule to address the issues of the day, says Guy Davies
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CommentMaking a connection is key with tricky contributors
Always stick to what you promise and never lose your moral centre, says Kira Phillips
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CommentFactual content has a new home
A boom in online advertising will help producers thrive in the digital world, says Sam Barcroft
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CommentNon-scripted shows resilience
The genre is fighting hard to remain relevant in the digital age
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CommentUnscripted has a bright future
But the genre needs to embrace technology and show shade as well as light, says Will Hanrahan
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CommentOur year on the UK murder trail
Rejecting the blue-light approach, we wanted to focus on the human cost, says Ben Anthony
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CommentInnovation is key to longevity
As 24 Hours In A&E approaches its 200th episode, Spencer Kelly reflects on how it has evolved
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CommentFear of failure is not an option
Singles and short-run series won’t bring long-term rewards, says Outline’s Laura Mansfield
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CommentNo excuses in drive for sustainability
The industry must have zero tolerance for non-sustainable production, writes Andie Clare
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CommentSome stories never grow old
Events like the 1969 Manson murders will always fascinate audiences, says Richard Dale
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CommentYouth puzzle needs broad remedy
Mainstream channels must be part of response to 16-34 conundrum
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CommentTaking celebrity travelogue into uncharted territory
Our Russia and North Korea films mark a big step forward for ITNP, says Will Smith
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CommentOnline docs have come of age with the rise of new platforms
The range of outlets with money to spend at Doc/Fest is telling, says Derren Lawford
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CommentDoc/Fest is playing its part in introducing new voices
We’re passionate about creating pathways for a new wave of storytellers, says Liz McIntyre
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CommentVoiceover should not be the default option for docs
A useful technique in directors’ bag of tools has been blunted by overuse, argues James Rogan
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CommentIt’s hip to be a documentarian
Forget drama and entertainment, being a ‘film-maker’ is where it’s at, says Steven D Wright
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CommentWhy my series took a decade to get commissioned
Navy warship docs had to wait until the time was right, says Chris Terrill