18th and 19th Beldocs International Documentary Film Festival

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Devoted to offering a platform for and actively supporting European non-fiction cinema, Beldocs International Documentary Film Festival (Belgrade) has always sought to inspire the strong relations between films, their authors and the audiences and among other players in the industry chain. Thus, as a festival meeting point, Beldocs is recognized as the place for best national, European and world creative documentaries, that gives a comprehensive overview of the recent worldwide documentary production, discovers, and reveals the new voices and on the other side strengthens, develops, and supports the industry of the region. As a safe space for public discussion, Beldocs is engaging audiences with films on human rights, civil liberties, gender equality, and other pressing issues, strengthening democratic culture and civic participation. The 18th and 19th editions of the Beldocs IDFF will take place throughout the year, with the main events scheduled for May 2025 and 2026. These editions will feature a hybrid format, combining in-cinema screenings, online viewing, and television broadcasts. We envision screenings of contemporary and classical international documentaries, broad film literacy and industry activities. Beldocs remains steadfast in its commitment to grow and professionalize both the festival and the organization. This includes a focus on sDevoted to offering a platform for and actively supporting European non-fiction cinema, Beldocs International Documentary Film Festival (Belgrade) has always sought to inspire the strong relations between films, their authors and the audiences and among other players in the industry chain. Thus, as a Festival meeting point, Beldocs is recognized as the place for best national, European and world creative documentaries, that gives a comprehensive overview of the recent worldwide documentary production, discovers, and reveals the new voices and on the other side strengthens, develops, and supports the industry of the region.