The 14th DOKUFEST, the International Documentary and Short Film Festival, will be held in the city of Prizren in Kosovo from August 8th to 16th with migration as the theme.
The issue of human migration is at the heart of the today’s news. How are migrants perceived in society? Why do individuals and families leave their country, risking their lives on a dangerous journey? These and many others aspects of migration will be explored and discussed through films, photo exhibitions, debates and discussions at this event.
This year, 228 films from 43 countries will be screened in cinemas – and some more unusual places in Prizren’s historical centre.
There are six categories of competition: Balkan Dox, International Dox, Human Rights Dox, Green Doxs, International Shorts and National.
Outside the competitions, there are special sections, including a tribute to Albert Maysles, the American documentary film-maker who died in March, with the screening of six of his films. Albert Maysles and his brother David are recognized as pioneers of “direct cinema”.
Additional information on the festival web-site: http://dokufest.com/2015/
