# Making documentaries that Question Historical Narratives: Methods and Thinking Making a documentary that questions the authenticity of history is a complex project that needs to be handled carefully. Here are some suggestions： ## Content direction 1. **Explore the diversity of interpretation of historical materials**: Show different narrative versions of the same historical event 2. **Present examples of historical corrections**: Show confirmed cases of historical tampering 3. **Analyze the gaps and gaps in historical records**: Explore unrecorded sounds and perspectives 4. **Examining the relationship between power and historical narrative**: Analyzing how those in power affect historical writing ## Production method -Interview historians with different positions -Compare history textbooks from different periods -Show how new discoveries can change existing historical perceptions -Explore the different records of the same event by different cultures ## Ethical considerations It is worth noting that although historical records do have limitations and biases, documentary films should avoid going to extreme relativism or completely denying the value of historical research. As a discipline, history has its methodology and academic standards, and complete denial of historical authenticity may lead to dangerous historical nihilism. It is recommended to provide a balanced perspective in the documentary to explore the complexity of historical interpretation, rather than simply declaring that "all history is forged." Such documentaries can more constructively promote the audience to critically think about historical narratives.