The definition of the features of the theoretical provisions and principles of the production of documentary films

The article deals with the theoretical provisions and principles of documentary films production. The authors study various interpretations of the definitions of documentary films, revealing the peculiarities of the production of this type of audiovisual work. It is concluded that the documentary film is diverse in its structure and content, which is primarily due to the long and careful preparation for the shooting itself, a thorough study of the material, the selection of important points and the emphasis for future work.