DokuBaku is the first independent International Documentary Film Festival in Azerbaijan. Since the establishment of the festival 2017, its aim is to present a showcase of handpicked - specially selected documentary films from all over the world in the international program as well as the local competition which aims to support the local filmmakers and non-fiction production.
DokuBaku IDFF supports the screening of the films by the Azerbaijani documentary film directors along with a unique, unrepeatable as-life international documentary film program intended for the general public. The festival includes debates and discussions of local and foreign filmmakers within various fields and film screenings.
The objectives of DokuBaku consist of:
- promoting the development of an independent documentary film industry in Azerbaijan, encouraging local young-amateur and professional filmmakers and cinema lovers;
- creating a platform for documentary films screening and exchange of experience on local and international professionals;
- supporting for the making of new local documentary films;
- encouraging the creation of potential international products.
We believe that DokuBaku has been removing the gap in the cultural life and the cinema community of Azerbaijan. It gives an invaluable result with its individual film program and events for five years.
DokuBaku Film Festival announces the call entry for the 6th edition. The main topic of this year edition is Re≈MC2VOLUTiON/OFF. The festival will take place on 21-25 September, 2022.
Human race does no longer rely on evolution. Today people are more concerned in science, which counterbalances the natural development of species. The speed of life is increasing day by day and slowing it down seems impossible. Our existence on Earth stands no patience – rush, urgency, and promptness have become our reality.
Another problem of today’s society is a lack of energy. In a daily whirlpool of events, people get less and less sources to fill the shortage of inner spiritual strength. Sleep and medication do not help. Some turn to nature and meditation to replenish their body and soul with power. However, we all can be late to the next dawn, if humanity do not reconsider their attitude to time and resources.
The winning film in each category gets the prize which is a unique artwork made by a local artist.
