China
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China Pavilion Brings 30-Project Slate to Sunny Side of the Doc
The China Pavilion returns to Sunny Side of the Doc in La Rochelle from 22 to 24 June, marking its ninth consecutive appearance at the international documentary market. Positioned as a bridge between Chinese producers and global buyers, the pavilion will present 30 projects spanning science, ecology, culture, history and emerging production technologies. Participating organisations…
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dok.incubator unveils eight compelling documentaries at IDFA preview showcase
On Sunday, 17 November, #dok.incubator will present a preview of eight new documentaries at Amsterdam’s LAB 111 as part of #IDFA. This exclusive showcase highlights a selection of feature-length films exploring topics from individual struggles and cultural shifts to geopolitical tensions and social transformation. The 2024 lineup includes emotionally charged stories, such as Always, about…
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Film Africa 2024 brings over 70 African films to London
Film Africa 2024, one of Europe’s most celebrated showcases of African cinema, is set to return from 25 October to 3 November. Hosted by the Royal African Society, this year’s edition coincides with Black History Month, offering audiences a range of films from across the African continent and its diaspora. Over 70 films from more…
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Cultural sanctuaries amidst relentless urban development
CHINA: Ben Mullinkosson’s The Last Year of Darkness captures the ephemeral connections forged in Chengdu's queer nightclub scene.
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Holidays in the danger zone
CONFLICT: The ethical complexities and societal implications of war tourism in our media-driven world.
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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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Beyond blood and soil
IDENTITY: The struggle for cultural identity in Mongolia, where the legacy of Genghis Khan meets modern challenges, through the eyes of a determined activist mother.
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A symphony of human resilience
CHINA: Contrasting cultural richness with harsh realities under China's systematic campaign.
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Are we being fooled by IKEA’s promise of a greener future?
CAPITALISM: Ikea, consuming a tree per second, acquires vast lands globally, endangering ecosystems and becoming the forest's most formidable foe.