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Doc Edge has been New Zealand’s national documentary organisation for the past 20 years and we are getting ready to celebrate a huge milestone at our upcoming festival 25 June – 24 August 2025.
As an Oscar®-Qualifying Festival, Doc Edge is a global platform for bold and impactful storytelling. The festival features a diverse line-up of films, an immersive exhibition, schools programme, industry events including the Forum, Pitch – Wayfinding, and Market, as well as the celebrated Doc Edge Awards. The festival will run as follows:
Take a look at some of the premieres that will be screening at this year’s festival:
Dir. Violet Du Feng | USA, UK, Norway | 2025 | 86 mins | Asia Pacific Premiere
In China, where eligible men vastly outnumber women, three bachelors join an intensive seven-day dating camp in a final attempt to find love.
Dir. Linus O’Brien | USA | 2025 | 90 mins
International Premiere
A deep dive into the origins and enduring impact of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, a cult film that continues to resonate with audiences and pop culture.
Dir. Baby Ruth Villarama | Philippines | 2025 | 85 mins | World Premiere
Documenting the Filipino fishermen, Coast Guard, and Navy as they deliver food to communities in the contested West Philippine Sea while defending their livelihoods and national sovereignty.
Stay tuned for the full programme and tickets sales available from 9 May on the festival’s website.
Mark your calendar for our Doc Edge 2025 Festival and keep up to date with news on our social media channels and newsletter.
