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How to Cite a Documentary in Science (current)

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

Science Reference List Format

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

Science Example for a Documentary

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

1. Paper Trails (Northlight Films, 2021).

Matching in-text citation: (1)

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 Science (current) 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 Science requirements.

Evidence and review notes

Worked examples are generated by citeproc from the published CSL definition, not written by a language model.

CSL style record: science.csl

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite a documentary in Science?
To cite a documentary in Science (current), include the author, title, date, and source location. Use our free citation generator for automatic formatting.
What is the Science format for a documentary citation?
The Science format for a documentary is: 1. Paper Trails (Northlight Films, 2021).
What does the in-text citation look like for a documentary in Science?
In Science, the in-text citation for the example above is (1)

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