Lesson Plan
Grades 6-8
Grades 9-10
Grades 11-12

Honest Truths: Ethics in Documentary Film Resources

Resources

The Films

POV: The Distant Barking of DogsThe film’s official POV site includes a discussion guide with additional activity ideas and resources.

The Distant Barking of Dogs: Official Film Website
The film’s official website provides information on the film and filmmakers, as well as the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Oleg and the WarThe official website for the children’s version of The Distant Barking of Dogs.

POV: On Her Shoulders: Official Film Website
The film’s official POV site includes a discussion guide with additional activity ideas and resources.

On Her ShouldersThe film’s official website provides information on the film and filmmakers, as well as the 2014 Yazidi genocide in Iraq.

POV: The Act of KillingThe film’s official POV site includes a discussion guide with additional activity ideas and resources.

The Act of Killing: Official Film Website
The film’s official website provides information on the film and filmmakers, as well as the 1965 Indonesian genocide.

POV: Media Literacy Questions for Analyzing POVFilmsThis list of questions provides a useful starting point for leading rich discussions that challenge students to think critically about documentaries.

AMC Filmsite.org: Film Terms GlossaryAn illustrated index of film terms.

American University’s Center for Media and Social Impact
An innovation lab and research hub focusing on independent, documentary, entertainment and public media for social impact and resources for educators.

Columbia Journalism ReviewResources for journalists, educators and professionals in communications, technology, academia and other fields reliant on media industry knowledge.

International Documentary Association
Comprehensive resources for all aspects of documentary production, funding, analysis and outreach.

Newseum
Educational programs and resources with a focus on journalism, civil society, the First Amendment and media literacy.

Society of Professional Journalists: Journalist’s Toolbox
A free journalism education website from the Society of Professional Journalists contains resources, guides, articles and educational materials.

Sources

About the author:

Allison Milewski

Allison Milewski has developed media education resources for a range of award-winning filmmakers and national media organizations, including PBS LearningMedia, Independent Television Services (ITVS), Latino Public Broadcasting, HBO Documentaries, and Tribeca Film Institute. She is also the founder of the international media education program, PhotoForward.org.

Allison Milewski