Photo by Dara Messinger Filmmakers of For Ahkeem. Photo by Jessica Lee Attendees of DocuClub NY: Cooked. Photo by Dara Messinger Photo by Dara Messinger Attendees of DocuClub NY: Afterwawrd taking notes. Photo by Dara Messinger Nathan Fitch and Bryan Chang of Island Solider. Photo by Nabin Park
About the Program
DocuClub is a work-in-progress screening series offering the public and members of the documentary film community a first look of new projects. Filmmakers and creators have the opportunity to showcase their rough cut and consult feedback from their peers and audience.
Why DocuClub
For many, DocuClub is the first opportunity for a filmmaker to share their work-in-progress in an intimate setting with a general audience at a critical moment in their process. Presented in partnership with regional film organizations, select filmmakers are paired with seasoned story/editing consultants to help them integrate audience feedback into their film.
In 2021, due to the limitations of the COVID-19 pandemic, DocuClub will be held virtually. Screenings will be held on the Eventive platform, and feedback discussions will take place in a Zoom meeting immediately following screenings.
DocuClub is presented in partnership with:
- DCTV in New York City
- Film Independent in Los Angeles
- Hawai’i Women in Filmmaking in Honolulu
- Additional partnerships coming soon in other regions across the United States! Please check back soon.
Project Submissions
We accept applications on a year-round, rolling basis from independent filmmakers.
Monday, March 23, 2020 - 7:00pm EDTNew York, NYJoin IDA & DCTV for a work-in-progress screening of a documentary by Chuck Schultz & Judah-Lev Dickstein.
Tuesday, March 3, 2020 - 7:00pm PSTLos Angeles, CAIn STRAY, a trio of canine outcasts roam the streets of Istanbul. Through their eyes and ears, we are shown an intimate portrait of the life of a city and its people.
Monday, February 24, 2020 - 7:00pm PSTLos Angeles, CAPlease join the IDA & Film Independent on Mon. Feb. 24, for the first DocuClub LA of 2020 with a screening of the docuseries 'A Town Called Victoria'. Following the screening, we will be joined by director/producer, Li Lu, producer, Anthony Pedone, and editor Evita YuePu Zhou for a moderated discussion.
Monday, October 21, 2019 - 7:00pmNew York, NYJoin IDA & DCTV for a work-in-progress screening of filmmaker Theresa Ortolani's 'SAUDADE: Name of the Father.'
Monday, September 9, 2019 - 7:00pmLos Angeles, CAJoin IDA and Film Independent on Mon. Sept 9, for a WIP screening & feedback session of 'Memphis.