An increased demand for ‘super-premium’ documentary content is examined in The

Rise of the Superdoc, as one of the world’s top factual producers, John Smithson

(Touching the Void, 127 hours, Sherpa), discusses his extensive career in storytelling

with producer Phil Craig.

Exploring mega-budget commissions, international co-productions and the content

demands of broadcasters, subscriber channels and new VOD players, Smithson

provides an expert insight into how producers can make the best of ‘the age of the

superdoc’.

Speaker: John Smithson

Host: Phil Craig