How To Make a Documentary About Yourself, Family or Friends

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0:00 Intro
2:00 Tutorial Begins
3:00 Chatting with Director Troy Bedenbaugh
4:40 Knowing when to make the film
5:20 Every Film Needs Layers
6:40 Your Journey: Take the Next Step
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[@markbone]

Come hang out with us for the premiere of Troy's film on August 27th at the Buffer Films Festival, we'll all be there there meet and hang! Tickets link in description. Also, the next AOD launch is just a few weeks away, get your spot on the early bird waitlist for theartofdocumentary.com

[@troybedenbaugh]

Thanks so much for this Mark! It's been such a transformational journey. So grateful for the community you are building both here and in AOD. Excited to get our film into the world!

[@matthewwillisbouman5467]

Love you bro, so looking forward to the film!

[@troybedenbaugh]

@@matthewwillisbouman5467 Love you brother ! I can't wait

[@harrychiu8863]

Great job Troy! Truly inspirational!

[@troybedenbaugh]

@@harrychiu8863 Thanks so much harry! You da best!

[@fernandorodriguez3734]

Already on the waitlist

[@markbone]

Heck yeah!!

[@filmnchips]

The best part about this is that there are tips pertaining to the topic but the video also promotes a young filmmaker. Quite helpful.

[@speliotis]

Congratulations to TROY... It taks courage to be vulnerable & I look forward to taking the deep dive with Mark's course.

[@troybedenbaugh]

Thanks so much!! Yes, get in the course. You won’t regret it

[@speliotis]

@@troybedenbaugh thank you Troy....

[@TyroneLT]

This video is timely for me. While I do have another doc I'm working on (I was actually on the AOD call last week getting some advice which I'm grateful for), I've wanted for over a year now to do a doc on myself. 4 years I was a victim of gun violence. It was mistaken identity when I was dropping a friend off from church. 14 shots hit my car. 10 hit me. I nearly died and for over 2 years I wondered whether I'd ever be able to pick up a camera again. I've wanted to share my story as a doc myself but between health issues and going back to those memories it has been difficult. However every time I share my story with someone I always notice how much people pay attention and then are encouraged by it. This video is motivating me to get back on getting this story told. I think I could help a lot of people who are struggling to overcome the physical, mental and emotional challenges that come with surviving trauma related to gun violence.

[@markbone]

You got this tyrone. I’m sure someone like Troy could offer up great advice. Making a film about yourself is a challenge but not impossible

[@Teethpunch]

Hey brother, did you ever get the chance to start doing that doc?

[@TyroneLT]

@@Teethpunch hey thanks for reaching out! I've started but have also been juggling full-time work as a video producer and working part-time as a media team lead at my church. Which I proudced 3 short docs for at the beginning of this year. I want to get my story done. It's just been hard to find the time to sit down and do it all everything else going on.

[@charlieross-BRM]

So much going on in southern Ontario this weekend so I'm screwed with another commitment, and two other events already given a pass. This would have been worth the long drive if for nothing but to get myself recharged.

[@nickagrinzone]

I premiered a self-documentary back in January on my journey battling COVID, and even while I made the effort to create an honest hero's journey out of my situation there is still so much I'd change if I were to remake it today (fingers crossed I won't have COVID again haha).

[@nemisis4804MaddLabsTv]

Once again another amazing and informative video I truly appreciate you giving up the format and foundation to documentary work it's definitely needed and very helpful 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Thank You again for all that you do for us!

[@alexelhers3123]

Super inspiring story! I have been saving for personal reasons but after watching this video I have to spend it on this course. Money comes and goes but learning the trade of moving hearts has no price - imho

[@markbone]

Alex! Very excited to have you a part of AOD. You’re gonna love it. See you in September! Can’t wait to see your work

[@troybedenbaugh]

Love this, Alex! Do it !

[@PJ-zj9wm]

Oh shit i was on the AOD monthly call when he pitched it 😃 Congrats! You did it!

[@markbone]

yeah it's so cool seeing how far it's come along!

[@troybedenbaugh]

No way, can't believe you remember that! Thank you!

[@b.wong-5951]

I was as well! super dope!

[@Leftyofficial]

Wow this video really popped in my recommended on perfect timing… my dad passed away a month ago and I’m literally starting to make a documentary about his life and his photography, definitely an amazing video to watch before I start ❤️

[@lucinematic]

I think it's very hard to make a doc about yourself. Great tips, thanks!

[@antoniodossantos5960]

Thanks 🌎 Greetings from Colombia. The Venezuelan immigrant writer 🇻🇪

[@RyanMinney]

So we can get on your wait list and you can cherry pick for success. True heart of a teacher right there. #FilmSucksBecauseOfYou

[@ThorCaes]

Love seeing this as I'm currently writing on a shortdoc or perhaps rather a shortfilm but it still is very helpful. And this definitely pushes me to continue working on this project.

[@markbone]

You got this man. keep pushing

[@TaylorKromOFFICIAL]

I just signed up for the waiting list 🤘🏽

[@markbone]

Heck yeah! See you in September Taylor

[@forthegloryproductions]

Wow, Wow..!!! Just amazing brother. I related to this topic so much from my 1st documentary when I joined AOD. I did my fist Documentary on myself and had to learn quickly to be vulnerable and share my flaws as I struggled with a learning disability and had to interview my mom and my wife and then put myself in the documentary. Would love to connect with Troy and share my story with him. Love the AOD community and what it’s doing for many of our filmmaking careers.

[@vicentinirafael]

Great tips, Mark! I’m joining AOD in September. Already excited.

[@mcmaschio]

Dude this is amazinnng 😍 The tips were amazing not just for documentaries but in general any kind of filmaking … Loved the end .. You want to make a film just go out and do it .. Loved this video Mark and all the best To Troy and you for the Premier it sounds like an Awesome Film ❤️💯🔥

[@markbone]

yeah brother! go make that film you're dreaming about!

[@troybedenbaugh]

Thanks so much! It will never feel perfect. Just take one step at a time

[@AlToneTech]

I’ve been waiting for this a while. 😊

[@oliveiradavid]

Love this one Mark!!

[@markbone]

Thank you!!

[@AntonWongVideo]

I'm glad I watched the film at buffet fest in person! Excellent work, Troy!

[@SimonDures]

Another great video! I'm really excited to join AOD when it opens. I have been making small films for clients here and there but I'm desperate to do more, learn more and make more. There are so many untold stories out there ready to be given to the world!

[@markbone]

Simon so stoked to have you a part of the AOD community. You’re gonna love it and it’ll help unlock your full potential!

[@tazyt3388]

Mate that was fantastic troys thrown his heart into the spotlight definitely learned a lot about the craft and himself That’s pretty brave goodonya both for inspiring us cheers

[@markbone]

Yeah Troy is an exceptional filmmaker. Can’t wait to see what else he creates

[@troybedenbaugh]

Appreciate you bro!

[@tazyt3388]

@@troybedenbaugh back at ya mate I hope it’s a massive success

[@bobbymadison8386]

I am glad to have found your channel. This is really good content for movie makers who are still starting out. All the explanations are very well explained. But I need to improve my english more 😅

[@thatdamnscale]

Thank you so much for this. I've been wanting to do this for my own weight loss journey of losing 450 lbs. I think I will! Thank you!

[@weeksventure]

Awesome! Can’t wait to get into AOD!

[@markbone]

Stoked to have you join the community!!

[@TimGreig]

Always good

[@Tastewithnewdrinks]

Great review😍

[@iSpike]

Brilliant 🎬✨📽️👍🏻

[@mikestifflerstudio]

I love it

[@MYResearchPlace]

Hey Mark, I just found your content....again! Just saying that your vids and the content is SPOT ON!! so keep up the good work. Jeremy M.

[@markbone]

Thank you Jeremy!

[@davidschwan]

Love it cant wait to Join your masterclass

[@markbone]

Can’t wait to have you a part of it david!

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

I literally can’t wait to give you my money and attention. Let’s go👏🏻

[@genepsullivan]

I have a great story to tell.... how do you find help in telling it

[@kiliansalomon507]

looks so beautiful where will we be able to watch the film online?

[@troybedenbaugh]

On this channel (Mark's) !

[@markbone]

Yeah it’ll be on here next week!

[@stevenkralovec]

Wasn’t able to go to the Buffer Film Festival, but will there be a way to stream Troy’s film online at some point?

[@westonziton602]

Hello! Wondering when you are dropping this doc

[@markbone]

Very soon!

[@diegoreynoso8730]

Why you don't allow us to save the videos?

[@kore996]

For AOD is it at your own pace or does it have due dates type thing?

[@markbone]

It’s totally your own pace!

[@markbone]

Lifetime access

[@IdRatherBeHiking]

Any tips to make my hiking films feel or lean more towards the documentary vibe?

[@markbone]

The film needs a goal. A why. A question you’re exploring. Without a reason for your people hiking then it’s just hiking b-roll

[@WhySteve]

Oh hi Mark. If I wasn't poor as F** I totally would join. In the meantime I'm loving and learning from your channel!

[@HighGravityAdventures]

Hey! so I'm planning on signing up for AOD but the website countdown timer says 14 days, which puts it on september 6th but this video just said the 12th... Im assuming the 12th is the accurate date? Thanks Mark! I damn excited to start this course!

[@markbone]

That’s a mistake! We’ll update that

[@HighGravityAdventures]

@@markbone ok cool thanks Mark. Just wanted to be sure!!

[@alexkamau3152]

Not sure if only on my end but the homepage seems to be having issues. I same thing for a friend of mine. Y’all may want to look into it

[@alexkamau3152]

Sorry to clarify this is the AOD website

[@markbone]

Should be fixed

[@prestonowens4594]

I don’t want to make a film about myself, because I’m nobody. But I want to make a film about a place.

[@alexkron]

At around 2:38, you repeat "Be open to sharing the emotional side of the journey you’re undergoing" from the previous tip at 2:19.

[@lifexplorer7]

I'm just watching and watching your videos. Very thankful to you for creating such kind of videos. And @troybedenbaugh You are also doing a great job and Far from Nepal God bless you, Mark

[@troybedenbaugh]

thanks roman!

[@tarekalkhattab]

Are you still planning to make a video reviewing our reels ?

[@markbone]

I made the video but then Scrapped it. Gonna re do it in the fall

[@edmundobaca3498]

😁😁👏🏻👏🏻

[@micahcrews]

Have you seen the documentary "My Borther Jordan"? It will wreck you ... in a good way. This is another good example.

[@AldyPradana17]

👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@CharlezRichard]

Does your school accept financial aid?

[@markbone]

Email [e-mail]

[@mathewranasinghe1546]

Did u say family

[@markbone]

Did you?

[@mathewranasinghe1546]

@@markbone I can hear music.. Is that.. Dom torreto

[@jorothedeviant]

First

[@markbone]

life goals

[@jorothedeviant]

@@markbone thank you for replying. It is truly a life goal.

[@kingmuhu]

If you show the best side of yourself its not an intresting charater. Aka INSTAGRAM

[@markbone]

So true