Documentary films occupy a unique space in the media landscape, straddling the line between journalism and art. By their very nature, documentaries aim to inform, educate, and provoke thought, often serving as powerful tools for uncovering truths and shedding light on social issues. However, the potential for manipulating facts in documentaries raises important ethical questions about their role as conveyors […]

Reportage photography is a challenging and stressful genre for the aspiring photographer and it doesn’t matter whether it’s a concert, a birthday party or a wedding reception. This event will not happen again, so the photographer has a responsibility to the clients – to leave a memory, capture the main moments and convey the atmosphere of the event. We have […]

In an age dominated by digital technology, the boundaries between art, journalism, and activism have blurred, giving rise to a powerful new movement: multimedia activism. By combining visual storytelling, investigative reporting, and creative expression, multimedia activists are not just documenting the world but actively reshaping it. This blend of art and journalism has proven to be a potent political tool, […]

Legal documentaries are an example of what documentaries can do beyond television screens. They can influence public opinion, expose the injustice of justice, bring long-forgotten cases out of the shadows and force those in power to act in a lawful manner. And sometimes, on the contrary – they prevent a judge from restoring the rule of law because of excessive […]

The popularity of podcasts has skyrocketed in recent years, revolutionizing the way we consume media. With their engaging and informative nature, podcasts have changed the media landscape, offering a new form of entertainment and education. This article explores the rise of podcasting, its impact on the media industry, and how this medium of audio content is changing our daily lives. […]

The highest level of trust in the media is in Finland Finland remains the country with the highest level of overall trust in news (69%). It has increased by four percentage points compared to 2021, and by 13 percentage points compared to 2020. Finland’s media market is one of three where more than 60% of the surveyed population indicated that […]

Virtual reality (VR) has emerged as a revolutionary tool in the world of storytelling, pushing the boundaries of how documentaries are created, experienced, and understood. By immersing viewers in vivid, 360-degree environments, VR allows filmmakers to engage audiences on a deeply emotional and experiential level, redefining the very essence of nonfiction storytelling. Immersion: A New Dimension of Storytelling Traditional documentaries […]

Being the first to break breaking news is the pride of any newsroom – local or national. If an important event is happening, editors want journalists to be on the ground and on the scene as soon as possible to capture the action. In such situations, the smartphone is a very practical thing, because mobile journalists will get to the […]

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a powerful tool that is rapidly changing the landscape of modern journalism. It brings both significant improvements and new challenges that journalists and media companies must consider. AI is being used in journalism to automate routine tasks, analyze huge amounts of data, create content, and even predict news. All of this leads to increased speed […]