In a world where New equals Good, and Old refers to anything not currently Trending on FB, we have suddenly found the traditional form of documentary filmmaking dismissively referred to as “flatties.” Yet simultaneously, the genre is experiencing an unprecedented renaissance. What place do linear, two-dimensional documentaries have in the current media landscape? What is their future? Documentarians of SXSW, together we will seek meaningful answers to these questions as we encourage each other in our most-worthy pursuit. Whether you are now working in, interested in, or have fallen away from traditional docs, come share your experience with other champions of the genre.