Doc Edge Festival 2025 – Life Unscripted
Celebrating 20 Years of Documentary Excellence

Doc Edge, New Zealand’s national documentary organisation, marks its 20th anniversary with an exciting festival from 25 June – 24 August 2025.

As an Oscar®-qualifying festival, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold, diverse, and impactful storytelling — featuring films, immersive experiences, industry events, and more.

📍 Festival Dates & Location:

Christchurch: 16 – 27 July

Lumiere Cinemas
Tūranga
Christchurch Art Gallery
University of Canterbury
Virtual Cinema (Nationwide): 28 July – 24 August

✨ Festival Highlights:

- A curated selection of local & international documentaries

- Doc Edge Awards honouring excellence in storytelling

- Schools Programme for Year 5 to tertiary students

- Immersive Exhibition showcasing cutting-edge digital work

- Industry Events: Forum, Pitch – Wayfinding, and Market (Auckland only)

This milestone year also celebrates the filmmakers, audiences, and partners who have shaped Doc Edge into a cultural cornerstone for Aotearoa and the Asia Pacific region.

Join us in person or online for a powerful journey through documentary — connecting, reflecting, and celebrating the stories that matter.

https://docedge.nz/festival-2025/

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