Since its launch in 1988 IDFA (International Documentary FilmFestival Amsterdam) has been one of the world's leading documentary film festivals, dedicated to the exhibition and promotion of ground-breaking creative documentaries. It has consistently served up the latest works of the world's leading documentarians to a discerning and discriminating audience, and has dedicated itself to the task of devising innovative funding structures to ensure continuing production of top-level documentary films.
This year, from November 14-25, IDFA celebrates its 25th birthday. This will, of course be a time for reflection, but also a time to look forward and to anticipate the future trajectory of documentary. Alongside the regular (competition) programs, the festival will look back at 25 years of IDFA.