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How to Cite a Documentary in ACM (current)

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

ACM Reference List Format

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

Follow the standard ACM template for this source type.

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 ACM (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 ACM requirements.

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Cite a Documentary in Other Styles

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Cite Other Sources in ACM

Website in ACMBook in ACMJournal Article in ACMYouTube Video in ACMPodcast in ACMNewspaper Article in ACMMagazine Article in ACMBlog Post in ACMWikipedia in ACMPDF in ACMInterview in ACMSocial Media Post in ACMGovernment Document in ACMDissertation or Thesis in ACMConference Paper in ACMLecture or PowerPoint in ACMWebinar in ACMImage or Photograph in ACMMovie or Film in ACMTV Show in ACMSong or Music in ACMPoem in ACMCourt Case in ACMPatent in ACMEncyclopedia Entry in ACMDictionary Entry in ACMDataset in ACMSoftware or App in ACMVideo Game in ACMPress Release in ACMReport in ACMPreprint in ACMBook Chapter in ACMChatGPT in ACMBible in ACMTED Talk in ACMEmail in ACMReddit or Forum Post in ACMMap in ACM

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