Whether it’s big names on stage or quiet, touching in-between moments – Doxumentale is all about those unforgettable experiences. In our highlight series, we’re capturing exactly those moments: performances, quotes, encounters, and impressions that shape the spirit of the festival. Relive them here with us – or discover what you might have missed!
In a world that’s always shifting, it’s the stories that hold us, move us, and transform us. The award-winning films of Doxumentale 2025 open doors to new perspectives, touch our souls, and challenge us to stay awake — to remember, to awaken, and to change together.
As protests grow louder and more polarized around the world, one Swedish police unit quietly takes a different approach: they talk. In this interview director Susanna Edwards and protagonist Calle Ahlström provide insights into the making of "The Dialogue Police".
How do we confront fear, disinformation, and extremist manipulation? Director Havana Marking shares the story behind a bold and timely investigation into the fragile state of democracy.
The most impactful documentaries go beyond raising awareness—they push the needle toward justice. When aligned with advocacy, journalism, or legal strategies, they can help drive investigations, trigger reforms, and even bring down corrupt officials. Films for Transparency and Dokumentale strive to make this connections for long lasting impact.
This year, the Dokumentale, in partnership with Transparency International and the International Anticorruption Conference Series (IACC), explores the impact of non-fiction storytelling in the fight against corruption. The program features seven carefully selected films that highlight the global influence of corruption and the power of truth.
'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.
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'.
March 8th marks International Women’s Day—a day to celebrate progress, acknowledge ongoing inequalities, and amplify female voices in all spheres of society. Let's have a look at female storytellers, feminist perspectives and eyeopening projects!
