The festival and industry event for documentaries, film and media enthusiasts is back! For ten days, this festival in the heart of Berlin will once again be shining the spotlight on films, non-fiction books, podcasts, and virtual reality, celebrating the diversity of documentary storytelling.
The Dokumentale will be kicking off over three days, from 12 to 15 June, at Berlin’s Atelier Gardens—one of Europe’s oldest film studios and an evolving hub of social transformation. The first festival weekend will offer a diverse programme, including open-air screenings, rooftop readings with views from Tempelhofer Feld to Berlin’s TV Tower, an interactive showcase in the historic film studios, live podcasts, and a programme for children and young adults. Visitors will get the chance to not only experience international documentary productions but also to actively participate in discussions and gain new insights through talks and workshops.
From 16 to 22 June, the festival will be setting off into Berlin’s cinemas, museums, and clubs, presenting a full film programme with more than forty international documentaries. The first ten films, a non-fiction book, a podcast, and a VR experience have already been confirmed.
First confirmed programme highlights:
In 2025, the Dokumentale will be placing a new emphasis on young audiences. In addition to school screenings and “Bilderbuchkino” (immersive reading experiences for smaller kids), for the first time, there will be a dedicated series of documentaries for children along with interactive workshops.
Festival pre-sales have begun! Early Bird Passes are currently available at a 25% discount. Regular ticket sales for single tickets and festival passes will start about two months before the festival kicks off.
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The Dokumentale (June 12–22, 2025) is a Berlin-based festival dedicated to documentary storytelling across film, new media, non-fiction literature, and podcasts. It provides an interdisciplinary platform for exchange between filmmakers, journalists, authors, artists, scientists, and audiences.
From June 12–15, the industry program D’Hub will offer panels, workshops, and networking events designed to foster new ideas and industry connections. A key highlight is The Good Media Pitch, which connects selected projects with industry experts.
The festival and industry program are made possible through significant funding from Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg.
The Dokumentale is being organized by The Good Media Network, an initiative that supports outstanding films and media projects striving for a fairer, more sustainable, and more inspiring world.
For inquiries, requests for materials, or interview requests, feel free to contact
Marie Ketzscher
ketzscher@posteo.de
+17620730333.
