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14th Taiwan International Documentary Festival

The Taiwan International Documentary Festival (TIDF) proudly announces its complete lineup for the 14th edition, featuring almost 140 documentaries, over 200 screenings and a variety of related events. Held from May 10 to May 19, 2024, in various venues in Taipei and New Taipei City, audiences will have the opportunity to experience a diverse selection of documentary cinema from around the globe.

Various programmes are presented in the 14th iteration of the festival. In addition to the three main competitions, Asian Vision, International, and Taiwan Competition, the Filmmakers in Focus | Double Angles from Slovakia: Peter Kerekes & Viera Čákanyová, will showcase a curated selection of 13 classic works by the two filmmakers. 

TIDF embarks on its first-ever collaboration with an international film festival, the Ukrainian Docudays UA International Human Rights Films Festival, the programme "Exchange｜Decade in Blue and Yellow: Ukrainian Documentaries" shedding light on the situation in Ukraine through documentary filmmaking.

Other highlights of the festival include the platform "Salute! Chinese Independent Documentaries," showcasing nine compelling films from Hong Kong and China under the theme "Cinema Protects Memories." Moreover, the festival's focus programme "Metaphors of the Times: The Reality Named Myanmar" shines a spotlight on Myanmar, highlighting its vibrant creative scene thriving amidst challenging political circumstances.

Finally, "Special Presentations" feature works from a jury member and the recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Award, and directors in memoriam.

Alongside film screenings and post-screening discussions, attendees can engage in lectures, performances, and extensive exhibitions, all geared towards expanding the audience's perception of documentaries through a rich and diverse array of content. Shortlists for the competitions were announced on February 19th, with more program details to be gradually revealed. Please stay tuned to the  TIDF official website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information.

 

2024 TIDF Brochure Errata & Adjustments：https://www.tidf.org.tw/en/news/134758

 

14th Taiwan International Documentary Festival

The Taiwan International Documentary Festival (TIDF) proudly announces its complete lineup for the 14th edition, featuring almost 140 documentaries, over 200 screenings and a variety of related events. Held from May 10 to May 19, 2024, in various venues in Taipei and New Taipei City, audiences will have the opportunity to experience a diverse selection of documentary cinema from around the globe. Various programmes are presented in the 14th iteration of the festival. In addition to the three main competitions, Asian Vision, International, and Taiwan Competition, the Filmmakers in Focus | Double Angles from Slovakia: Peter Kerekes & Viera Čákanyová, will showcase a curated selection of 13 classic works by the two filmmakers.  TIDF embarks on its first-ever collaboration with an international film festival, the Ukrainian Docudays UA International Human Rights Films Festival, the programme "Exchange｜Decade in Blue and Yellow: Ukrainian Documentaries" shedding light on the situation in Ukraine through documentary filmmaking. Other highlights of the festival include the platform "Salute! Chinese Independent Documentaries," showcasing nine compelling films from Hong Kong and China under the theme "Cinema Protects Memories." Moreover, the festival's focus programme "Metaphors of the Times: The Reality Named Myanmar" shines a spotlight on Myanmar, highlighting its vibrant creative scene thriving amidst challenging political circumstances. Finally, "Special Presentations" feature works from a jury member and the recipient of the Outstanding Contribution Award, and directors in memoriam. Alongside film screenings and post-screening discussions, attendees can engage in lectures, performances, and extensive exhibitions, all geared towards expanding the audience's perception of documentaries through a rich and diverse array of content. Shortlists for the competitions were announced on February 19th, with more program details to be gradually revealed. Please stay tuned to the  TIDF official website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for more information. More