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Abstract
In settings characterized by violent conflict, documentary filmmakers serve as a conduit between local experiences and the broader public. Highlighting these experiences requires filmmakers to immerse themselves in a context, digest scholarly findings, interview local sources and organize information into an accessible storyline. Those who utilize this craft often draw from established research or collaborate with scholars to ensure the narrative resonates with people and represents verified events. At the same time, their films contribute to the practice of peacebuilding through a participatory process that focuses on storytelling and community healing. This article explores the dual role of documentary filmmakers by positioning them as potential bridge-builders between practice and scholarship in peacebuilding. Specifically, it looks at the way filmmakers navigate between these realms by countering hegemonic narratives, introducing marginalized voices, contextualizing conflict and sharing stories with a wide audience – while also reflecting on the way their own identities and viewpoints influence this process.
International Journal of Conflict Engagement and Resolution |
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Article | Documentary FilmmakersBridging Practice and Scholarship in Peacebuilding |
Keywords | documentary, film, peacebuilding, narratives, storytelling |
Authors | Dana Townsend en Kuldeep Niraula |
DOI | 10.5553/IJCER/221199652016004001003 |
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