Luckily, I have some video production experience, but this was a new challenge: Being as we were in the first phase of the 2020 pandemic lockdown at the time of the project, I had to conduct my interviews remotely through video call, and was limited in recording equipment.
All consultants were provided with a contract ensuring the responsibilities and intents of the folklorist (me), and giving them full right to view the documentary and make any final suggestions or requests for changes.
I was lucky enough that so many members of my family qualified as consultants for this activity, so I did not struggle to find willing participants. In fact, I interviewed more consultants than needed for a 5 minute video, and sadly had to turn some willing participants away.
Because I had about 6+ hours of content, and a 5 minute video to make, I made a 15 minute director's cut as well.
Enjoy!
View Tight Knit Short Documentary
View Tight Knit Director's Cut