Dreams of a Life Documentary

Dreams of a Life is a documentary detailing the life of a woman named Joyce Vincent whom was found in her house after being dead for three years. It was directed by Carol Morley.

Narrative Structure:
-Interview, testimony
-Timeline: The conclusion is shown first, Joyce crosses the timeline (watching the interviews on the television, riding in a taxi with her advertisement on he side)
-Dramatized- Her life-- CHARACTER
                    -Police-- Investigation
We are watching Carol Morley carry out an investigation into Joyce's life. The result is a much more engaging narrative.
-Joyce's singing builds character, creates a visual motif.


Challenges for the Director:
-An investigation:
Needed police on board, allowing access to the investigation.
-Permission:
Family members need to give permission, may not want to give information.
-Funding:
Actors, crew, interviewees.
-Not prejudicing the case:
Investigations need to be in the public domain.