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How to Cite a Documentary in BibTeX (standard)

Learn how to cite documentary films and non-fiction films in BibTeX format (standard). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

BibTeX Reference List Format

Here is the standard BibTeX format for citing a documentary in your reference list:

BibTeX Example for a Documentary

A complete BibTeX reference for a documentary, formatted by the official BibTeX CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

@misc{2021Paper, year = {2021}, publisher = {Northlight Films}, title = {Paper trails}, type = {Documentary}, }

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your documentary.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the BibTeX (standard) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your reference list: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match BibTeX requirements.

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Cite a Documentary in Other Styles

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