Citing a documentary in APA style is similar to citing other audiovisual materials. You'll need to include the title, director, producer, distributor, and year of release.
Here's a general format for citing a documentary:
In-text citation:
- (Director's Last Name, Year)
Reference list entry:
- Director's Last Name, F. (Director). (Year). Documentary Title [Film]. Distributor.
Example:
In-text citation:
- (Attenborough, 2020)
Reference list entry:
- Attenborough, D. (Director). (2020). A Life on Our Planet [Film]. Netflix.
Additional considerations:
- If the documentary is a series:
- Include the episode title and number in the reference list entry.
- Use the episode title in the in-text citation.
- If the documentary is available online:
- Include the URL in the reference list entry.
- If available, specify the platform (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo) where the documentary is hosted.
Example:
Reference list entry:
- Attenborough, D. (Director). (2019). Planet Earth II: Islands [Film episode]. BBC Earth.
Practical insights:
- Double-check the accuracy of the information you include.
- Use the APA Style Guide for more detailed information.
- If you're unsure about how to cite a particular documentary, consult with your instructor or librarian.
