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New Zealand’s DOC EDGE releases its full program

Oscar-qualifying Doc Edge International Documentary Film Festival has just released the full program of its 15th edition which will be held online from June 12th to July 5th.

New Zealand’s largest film festival is organizing its 15th edition this year after a record breaking 14th edition in 2019. Indeed, audiences keep growing in Auckland and Wellington to enjoy a curated selection of the world’s best documentaries.

The Doc Edge festival is a unique opportunity for New Zealand audiences to have access and support the documentary genre as shown by full houses in Auckland’s Q Theatre, Auckland Art Gallery and Wellington’s Roxy Cinema which are the different venues hosting the Doc Edge films.

Doc Edge Online Festival: A unique edition

“In consideration of the Covid-19 pandemic and New Zealand’s robust efforts to keep everyone healthy, inspired and motivated we are proud to introduce the first ever entirely online film festival and free schools program exclusive to New Zealand audiences and communities across the country.”

— Dan Shanan, Doc Edge Festival Director

As a result, screenings will be available online as well as Q&A sessions with filmmakers for New Zealand residents.

A line-up of 83 documentaries

Take a look at the full program Doc Edge website. Stay tuned and connect with us on Instagram to discover our special recommendations from the Doc Edge selection.

Mehdi Balamissa

Mehdi Balamissa is a Franco-Moroccan documentary film passionate who lives in Montreal, Canada. Mehdi has held key positions in programming, communication, and partnerships at various festivals worldwide, including Doc Edge, the Austin Film Festival, FIPADOC, and RIDM. In 2019, he founded Film Fest Report to promote independent cinema from all backgrounds, which led him to have the pleasure of working alongside incredibly talented and inspiring collaborators.
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