: The filmmaker becomes part of the narrative (e.g., Exit Through the Gift Shop ). 3. The Digital Transformation: AI and Streaming

: Meticulously documents the harrowing and near-disastrous production of Francis Ford Coppola's Apocalypse Now .

This paper explores the transformation of the documentary from a niche educational tool into a cornerstone of the global entertainment industry. It examines how streaming platforms, "prestige" true-crime narratives, and technological shifts have redefined the genre's commercial value while creating new ethical dilemmas regarding journalistic integrity and the "entertainment-first" mandate. 1. Introduction