15.04.2026

Program Highlights out now

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15.03.2026

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Film is more than mere entertainment; it is a powerful tool to address inequality, corruption, and human rights violations.
Anna Ramskogler-Witt
Film

'God is optional'

Rabbi Amichai Lau Lavie is the heir to a rabbinic lineage that spans thirty-eight generations. He is also a drag queen and queer father. The protagonist of 'Sabbath Queen' reimagines religious traditions through art and community.

Book

Enthralled by the senses

What happens when the world tilts—and we step outside ourselves, even if just for a moment? A glimpse into the elusive, the unpredictable, and the uncontrollable. An Essay by Racha Kirakosian.

Film

From Storytelling to Social Change

'Writing Hawa' tells the story of three generations of Afghan women—and has laid the foundation for a global movement. An Essay by Hasse van Nunen about the 'Learning with Hawa' campaign and the Afghan diaspora fighting for education and hope.

Festival

Doxumentale Kids Programme—A Summer of Discovery!

The Doxumentale Kids Program invites young explorers to dive into fascinating non-fiction stories, interactive workshops, and engaging picture book screenings. Join us for a summer of laughter, discovery, and new perspectives—an unforgettable experience for the whole family!

Festival

Become a Volunteer at Doxumentale 2025!

You want to be part of the action, rather than a spectator? You are passionate about film and eager to get involved in a dynamic cultural event? Join us as a volunteer at Doxumentale 2025! Sign up today and help us bring this year’s festival to life!

A New Beginning: First Programme Highlights Released!

From gripping films to immersive VR experiences, discover how Doxumentale 2025 brings together diverse voices and powerful forms of non-fiction storytelling in the heart of Berlin. Dive in and get to know our first programme highlights!

Interview

'These are real people, real faces, real lives.’

In an intimate conversation with Mstyslav Chernov, journalist and director of '20 Days in Mariupol', we spoke about the power of documentary filmmaking to reveal the brutal truth of war, about the resilience of the Ukrainian people and about Chernov's newest film '2000 Meters to Andriivka'.

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