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New study shows Chilean docs shining across the international stage
A new study by #Chiledoc has highlighted the growing global impact of Chilean non-fiction cinema. Conducted between October and November 2023, the study surveyed Chilean audiovisual companies about the internationalisation and commercialisation of their documentaries during 2022-2023. The results reflect notable increases in sales, festival selections, and co-productions. The study found an 8.8% growth in…
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Crimean Quagmire: Tolstoy, Russell and the Birth of Modern Warfare
CONFLICT: If truth is the first casualty of war, then Gregory Carleton argues that truth as an ideal in covering conflict was born during a war fought in Ukraine nearly two centuries ago.
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«Justice is something worth living for»
PALESTINE/ISRAEL: How is it to be a Special Rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territory? We spoke to Francesca Albanese about Israel's war against Gaza, genocide, antisemitism, and impunity – from her specialisation on international law. She talks about political, legal, psychological, and epistemic violence – coming from how Israel, with Western acquiescence, has been threatening…
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Sunny Side of the Doc 2024: Shaping the Future of Documentary Filmmaking
Sunny Side of the Doc is set to return to La Rochelle from 24 to 27 June, 2024, celebrating its 35th edition with a renewed ambition to shape the future of documentary filmmaking. This year’s event promises to be a milestone, showcasing innovative ideas and fostering global collaboration in the documentary genre. The four-day event…
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Visions of a waning west
CONFLICT: Emmanuel Todd predicts the West's decline, analysing the Russo-Ukrainian war and its implications in his thought-provoking book.
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A film from the dark side
HISTORY: Whatever happened to those who dreamed of space travel, wanting to be astronauts when they grew up?
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Opening the files on lives under surveillance
SURVEILLANCE: A gripping exploration of Soviet-era paranoia and oppression in Ukraine.
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Colonial past, today
AFRICA: An exploration of rare archival material that unveils the significance of Algeria's fight for independence and its implications for modern-day Africa.
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Unleashing the power of Irish documentaries: the Pull Focus Competition at Docs Ireland
Docs Ireland, now in its 5th year, is currently showcasing the best of Irish documentary cinema through its highly anticipated Pull Focus Irish Documentary Competition. This esteemed event includes three world premieres, one European premiere, and seven Northern Irish premieres. The competition serves as a testament to the remarkable talent within the Irish documentary industry…