Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Documentary modes & approaches · Working

Expository documentary

Also called: expository mode

ELI5

A documentary mode that explains or argues through narration, evidence and organised information.

Used in conversation

“We need to agree how the expository documentary will be handled with the people affected.”

Pitch context

Use this in nonfiction pitches to separate what is known, accessible, ethical and structurally repeatable.

Why it matters: Distinguishes story, access, evidence, format mechanics and participant-care responsibilities.

Connected terms

  • DocumentaryExpository documentary is a narrower kind of Documentary.
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