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In this course, you will create a 7-10 minute character-driven, observational, issue-focused documentary film that seeks to capture the unvarnished truth of the human condition. The theme for Spring 2025 is Transportation Justice. Throughout the semester, you will partner with a classmate to form a Maysles’ camera/mic unit, gain access to real people's lives, and complete intensive weekly production assignments while maintaining professional conduct in managing subject-observer relationships. Successful completion of both 100-level and 200-level digital production courses is required. It is strongly recommended that students take AS.061.162 Basic Interview and Shooting Techniques during Intersession before enrollment.