Sheffield DocFest

📣It’s time! Film entries are now open for #SheffDocFest2026 🥳 🎬We welcome completed documentary films of all lengths, from shorts to mid-length and features, from around the world! 🌎 For more information and full entry guidelines, head to: sheffdocfest.com/news/2026-film…

🎥Watch The March of Hollowmen now! Last year, we launched the Reuters Screenocean Make Film History Challenge, in collaboration with @Screenocean and @makefilmhistory 🎬 Watch the fourth shortlisted film: The March of Hollowmen - Nyembezi sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen…

🎥 Watch The Sea now! Last year, we launched the Reuters Screenocean Make Film History Challenge, in collaboration with @Screenocean and @makefilmhistory We’re delighted to share the third shortlisted film: 🎬The Sea - Natalia Galgos Watch full film: sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen…

Codenamed Cuba and Alaska, two field medics serve on the frontlines of the Ukrainian conflict, navigating the absurdity of war with grit, humour and friendship. On 27 Jan, join us for a screening of Cuba & Alaska + Q&A, in partnership with @sheffdocfest. bit.ly/CA-bdh

👉Watch Black Box and 193 now! Last summer, we launched the Reuters Screenocean Make Film History Challenge with @Screenocean and @sheffdocfest. We’re delighted to share the first two shortlisted films: Black Box by James Madeja and 193 by Pauline Blanchet. Watch now🔗sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen…

👉Watch Black Box now! Earlier this year, we launched the Reuters Screenocean Make Film History Challenge, in collaboration with @Screenocean and @makefilmhistory We’re delighted to share the latest shortlisted film: Black Box by James Madeja Watch now🔗sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen…

🚨You have just THREE WEEKS left to apply for our 2026 MeetMarket Do you have a documentary ready to pitch? Looking for support, funding or partners for your next feature or series? Apply by 28 Jan to take part 🔗sheffdocfest.com/meetmarket-ent…

This episode comes live from @sheffdocfest this summer!

✨ Watch 193 now! ✨ Earlier this year, we launched the Reuters Screenocean Make Film History Challenge, in collaboration with @Screenocean and @makefilmhistory and six bold finalists emerged. First up: 193 by Pauline Blanchet 🎬 Full film at: sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen…

Want to own a piece of film history? 🎞️ Our original 1994 Sheffield DocFest poster is now on sale — plus tees, totes, mugs & more! Grab yours: sheffdocfest.deco-apparel.com A perfect Christmas gift for the film fan in your life (including yourself😉)

💗DOCLOVERS ARE HERE!💗 Get the best value for money on tickets to films in our #SheffDocFest2026 public programme. For a limited time only, our DocLover10 is on sale at the Early Bird rate of £70 🔗sheffdocfest.com/attend/doc-lov… It’s the perfect gift for the film fan in your life!

Got a head for numbers and a heart for stories? We're seeking applications for a Treasurer of the Board. 💡 Use your financial expertise to support storytellers that change the world! Find out more and apply now 👉 sheffdocfest.com/about/opportun…

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We’re thrilled to be featured in @IDAorg #DocumentaryMag with a fantastic spotlight on Sheffield DocFest 2025. Check out the full article at to dive into behind‑the‑scenes insights, festival highlights, and what made DocFest 2025 unforgettable. documentary.org/online-feature…

🥳READY TO DO IT ALL OVER AGAIN? 🙌 Save the date for Sheffield DocFest 2026 and grab your Festival Pass NOW at: sheffdocfest.com/attend/industr… We can’t wait to welcome you all back to Sheffield for our 33rd edition taking place 10 - 15 June 2026.

“In times when the world is burning, I know that friendship, community and making films can be a way of protesting and healing” A beautiful moment from our 2025 Award Ceremony - Runa Simi winning the Youth Jury Award. ❤️📽️

Are you an emerging filmmaker/creative who loves archive film? This is the opportunity for you! Make a short film (up to 6 mins) which reinterprets the Reuters Screenocean archive in new & imaginative ways. Full details: sheffdocfest.com/reuters-screen… @makefilmhistory @Screenocean

We’re thrilled to announce the jury members for the competitions and awards at this year’s festival! 🏆🤩 Find out more at: sheffdocfest.com/news/annoucing…

You've got one week left! 😱 Have you got your Industry Pass yet? There's just ONE WEEK left to get the best rate on passes for #SheffDocFest2025 💥 🎟 sheffdocfest.com/attend/industr… Register for yours by 4th June, as prices increase to Last Minute Rate from 5th June!

Introducing our 2025 cohort for the Alternate Realities XR Artists Forum. The initiative supports XR artists developing a project in the intersection of art, technology and documentary, looking to expand their network and get advice from experts. sheffdocfest.com/news/meet-our-…