Think Tanks IDFA 2025
The IDFA Think Tanks bring together professionals and experts to share knowledge, explore new perspectives, and discuss developments in the field of documentary. Participation is invite only, allowing for candid exchange and in-depth dialogue among leading figures shaping the documentary landscape. Find an overview below.
Collaborations in creating youth documentaries
A gathering of funds and producers to explore possible collaborations in creating youth documentaries.
In partnership with SEE NL
18 November
Documentary Associations and Groups in Times of Rising Authoritarianism
In this working session for documentary associations, representatives will share insights and perspectives in support of free, democratic and diverse documentary filmmaking around the globe.
In collaboration with International Documentary Association (IDA), Documentary Association of Europe (DAE), IDFA and dok.at.
16 November
Accountability Frameworks
This closed session brings together curators, filmmakers, funders, and festival professionals to explore accountability frameworks and curatorial justice in selection processes and collaborative filmmaking practice.
Co-hosted by IDFA and the #DocSafe Initiative
16 November
Bridging Souths
A closed think tank bringing together key voices from the Global South film ecosystem to imagine new forms of collaboration, solidarity, and shared futures.
In partnership with Nodo Sur
15 November