Doc Edge Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Doc Edge Festival proudly marks its 20th anniversary with the first release of films for its 2025 programme, running from 25 June to 24 August. With its Oscar-qualifying status secured for another three years, the festival continues to attract world premieres, cementing its reputation on both the local and international circuit. The 20th-anniversary programme will […]
Doc Edge Confirms ongoing Oscar® Qualifying Festival Status
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has confirmed that Doc Edge will retain its prestigious Oscar® qualifying status through 2025, 2026, and 2027. This recognition reaffirms Doc Edge’s position as a world-leading documentary film festival and solidifies its role as a key platform for filmmakers seeking Academy Award® consideration. As part of […]
Sharon Fergusson comes on board
As the Northern Bureau Editor for 1News at TVNZ, Sharon brings over 30 years of television news experience, having reported on stories from Antarctica to Asia and across the Pacific. Her expertise in storytelling for the screen has been instrumental in shaping TVNZ’s news coverage. “I’ve always found the Doc Edge Festival compelling, and this […]
Matthew Metcalfe, our new board member
Following the success of the 19th edition of DOC EDGE FESTIVAL in 2024, Doc Edge is proud to announce that Matthew Metcalfe has joined its board. Mr Metcalfe is one of New Zealand’s most prominent producers with over twenty-five years’ experience. In that time, he has produced over NZD 300 million worth of production, representing […]
Scoop – Canterbury’s screen industry gets funding green light Through 2026
Additional funding from Christchurch City Council for the region’s Screen Production Grant to support the needs of domestic and international production partners.
The Press – Kiwi film soars at festival awards
New Zealand documentary ‘Every Little Thing, took home five awards at Doc Edge Festival Awards Night to honour films and filmmakers.
Business Scoop – ‘64 Ways of Being’ will premiere at the Doc Edge Festival 2024.
New augmented reality experience featuring local artists launches for Ōtautahi Christchurch.
Asia New Zealand Foundation supports Asian films at Doc Edge Festival
Thanks to the generous funding support from the Asia New Zealand Foundation, Doc Edge is thrilled to announce the participation of filmmakers from the Asia film selection at the 19th edition of the Doc Edge Festival. These filmmakers will attend their premieres, host Q&A sessions, and network with New Zealand and international filmmakers at the […]
Scoop – Global Documentary Talents Arrive In Christchurch For Doc Edge Festival 2024
Hosting over 40 international representatives in Ōtautahi Christchurch from 19 to 30 June for selected films making their premieres in the 19th annual festival.
The Press – A record breaking film festival for Christchurch last night
University of Canterbury, Doc Edge and ChristchurchNZ jointly launched Doc Edge Festival 2024 at Maui Studios in Christchurch.
Doc Edge Festival 2024 Goes Live
The DOC EDGE FESTIVAL 2024 is now live featuring a stunning and provocative line-up of 43 features, 23 shorts and 28 immersive projects. The 19th edition of this Academy Awards® qualifying international documentary festival finds its home in Ōtautahi Christchurch where the city will come alive with screenings, an Awards Ceremony, Immersive Exhibition, Schools Programme, […]
The Press – Doc Edge Festival put Christchurch on movie production map
Christchurch’s standing as a serious international film-making destination after the city won hosting rights to one of the biggest film festivals in the Asia-Pacific region – Doc Edge Festival.
