An interesting article written by vet film festival programmer Basil Tsiokos sums up 8 observations that most programmers will take into account when selecting documentaries for film fest. 

CPH:DOX encourages filmmakers and producers around the world to submit their upcoming film to its distribution forum and industry event DOX:FORUM O9.

DOX:FORUM is open to documentary films in production or post-production. Strong, cinematic films, working creatively and visually, crossing borders and experimenting with the genre as well as films actively exploring alternative distribution platforms are given special priority.

With a participant list counting major international theatrical distributors, sales agents, curators, festival directors, programmers from alternative venues, buyers from non-profit and educational outlets and representatives from online platforms, DOX:FORUM offers an excellent opportunity for filmmakers to position their upcoming documentary on the international market.

Submission of films/projects to DOX:FORUM 2009 is now open.

 

 20 years after the fall of the Berlin wall, after euphoria and disenchantment, Berlin is still in search of its identity. 24h Berlin tells the story of this search and documents one day in the life of this extraordinary European metropolis.

For a week each May, a desolate refugee camp plays host to the Sahara International Film Festival, helping to raise awareness of the plight of 'Africa's last colony