Eligibility
- LDNDOCS accepts submissions of short or feature-length documentary films
- We welcome submissions from filmmakers at all stages of their careers, including first-time and emerging filmmakers.
- Films may be submitted from any country.
- Works-in-progress may be considered, provided they are clearly marked as such at the time of submission.
Premiere Status
- UK or London premiere status is not required.
- Films that have screened at other festivals or showcases are eligible.
Language & Subtitles
- Films not primarily in English must be subtitled in English.
- Subtitles must be embedded in the screener.
Submission Format
- Screeners must be submitted as online links (Vimeo or similar).
- Screeners must remain accessible for the full duration of the selection process.
Selection Process
- All submissions are viewed by the LDNDOCS programming team.
- Selection decisions are final.
- Due to the volume of submissions, we regret that individual feedback cannot be provided.
Exhibition Format
- Selected films must be available for theatrical screening.
- Delivery specifications (DCP or equivalent) will be provided upon selection.
- Filmmakers are responsible for ensuring that their film is exhibition-ready.
Rights & Clearances
- By submitting a film, you confirms that you hold all necessary rights and clearances for exhibition at LDNDOCS.
- LDNDOCS assumes no responsibility for securing rights, licences, or clearances.
Screening Fees & Expenses
- Where possible, LDNDOCS may contribute to reasonable travel or accommodation costs for attending filmmakers, subject to budget and prior agreement.
Promotion
- By submitting, filmmakers grant LDNDOCS permission to use stills, trailers, and brief excerpts (up to 2 minutes) from the film for promotional purposes related to the showcase.
- All promotional use will be non-commercial and solely in connection with LDNDOCS.
Withdrawal
- Films may be withdrawn from consideration at any time prior to selection by notifying LDNDOCS via FilmFreeway.
- Once a film has been selected, it may not be withdrawn from the programme without prior written agreement.
Acceptance
- Selected filmmakers will be notified by email.
- Submission fees are non-refundable.
Data Protection
- Personal data provided during submission will be used solely for the purposes of administering the LDNDOCS selection process and event, in accordance with UK data protection legislation.
