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MajorDocs honours documentaries “Al Djanat” and “Apolonia, Apolonia”

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The fifth edition of the #MajorDocs concluded in Mallorca, recognizing documentaries Al Djanat directed by Chloé Aïcha Boro and Apolonia, Apolonia by Lea Glob...

Ji.hlava New Visions Forum announces 14 European documentary projects for 2023 edition

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The 27th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival (IDFF) has announced 14 European documentary projects that will be presented at the 3rd edition of the...

Astra Film festival announces opening film

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The 30th anniversary of the Astra Film Festival will start on 15 October with a screening of the work-in-progress documentary, Meeting Zelenskyy, directed by...

Doclisboa announces full 2023 programme

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The 21st edition of #Doclisboa, set to occur between 19 and 29 October, is a significant event in the world of documentary film. The...

Romania’s Astra Film Festival turns 30

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The Astra Film Festival, a key player in both Romanian and international documentary film, is gearing up to mark its 30th anniversary. Scheduled from...

Sibiu’s Great Square to host innovative cinema experiences for Astra Film Festival’s 30th anniversary

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The Astra Film Festival marks its 30th anniversary with a new programme, AFF New Media, aiming to redefine the cinematic experience through advanced technologies....

Porto/Post/Doc spotlights global storytellers; Directors Alessandro Comodin and Maria Elorza

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The eagerly awaited tenth edition of Porto/Post/Doc is set to run from 17 to 25 November in Porto, unveiling a curated thematic program titled...

Ji.lava IDFF announces U.S New Visions selections, industry programme

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The 27th Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival is set to kick off in just a month (24 - 29 October), offering an expansive industry...

20 Days in Mariupol to open 2023 Human Rights Film Festival Berlin

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The Human Rights Film Festival Berlin (HRFFB) is set to launch its sixth edition on 11 October, with a compelling lineup of 42 international...

IDFA unveils first 50 titles for 2023 festival

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The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) has announced a robust lineup for its 36th edition, taking place from 8 to 19 November. Notably,...
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