Doc Edge is excited to bring to Aotearoa New Zealand, the 19th edition of Doc Edge Festival 2024.
As an Academy Awards® qualifying international documentary festival, Doc Edge is poised to become a major cultural event in the Asia Pacific region, positioning Ōtautahi Christchurch as the hub for all things documentary. This is an exciting, bold, and strategic move, the festival solidifies its global reputation as a crucial destination for films to debut their world and international premieres.
The festival will be held across HOYTS, Lumiere Cinemas, Alice Cinemas, Christchurch Art Gallery, the Town Hall, Tūranga (Central Library), and other locations turning the Garden City into a “Life Unscripted” documentary destination with screenings, an awards ceremony, immersive exhibition, schools programme, live events, industry forum, pitching competition, film market and networking opportunities.
As we have done so every year, we will continue to bring the Festival to our faithful audience in Auckland and Wellington. The difference is that both cities will have simultaneous screenings and immersive experiences in Wellington’s The Roxy Cinema and Te Auaha Gallery, as well as in Auckland’s The Capitol Cinema and Auckland Central Library.
And of course, for those unable to attend in person, the festival will offer an online Virtual Cinema experience. We do not want you to miss out!
Known for its bold and diverse curation, Doc Edge brings together a compelling selection of films and immersive projects that delve into themes such as social justice, environmental challenges, human rights, and the arts. Here are the first films unveiled that will premiere at the festival.
The full 2024 festival programme will launch on 9 May with tickets available for purchase.
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