Documentary Examples

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0-6N1436Ink

The above link is a good example of a surf documentary due to the fact that not only does it include decent footage of surf in Porroco itself, but it also serves the purpose of a true documentary by telling a story which keeps the audience interested.
The documentary includes interview footage from many different locals and so can establish the atmosphere of the environment in some of the local bays.
There are some interesting camera angles and the story of Porroco surf is well documented.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7JDdxsALVI

The next example of a surf documentary tells a tale of how surf around the globe is searched for by a group of surfers and so again, tells a story which is a vital component of any documentary.
Unlike the previous example, this example includes camera shots with a 'home made' feel which is not always a bad thing in terms of documentaries due to the fact that it contributes a great deal to the realism of the documentary itself.
Once again, much of the footage is just a compilation of opinions from different people and so establishes a general view on the subject matter. It also gives each individual a chance to create their own   views on the different occurances in the documentary.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lARhBa4SiDk

Like the other examples, the documentary title gives the audience an immediate insight into what the documentary is based on. The whole point of a documentary is to 'document' something and to therefore tell a mutual, un-bias story. This example certainly does so in the way that once again different opinions are displayed from different people in the project. This leaves it down to the audience to make the own minds up on he subject matter.
Just like some of the other examples, this documentary includes a voice-over which fills the viewer in on information on what ever is currently occurring on the screen.