DIEGO MARADONA
Director Asif Kapadia (Senna, Amy) returns with another epic biopic, this time turning his focus to legendary Argentinian footballer, Diego Maradona.
DREAMS OF A LIFE + Q&A
Part of Say What Happened - Nick Fraser selects, a series of films curated by former Storyville editor and BAFTA award winner to coincide with the launch of his new book.
Doc'N'Roll 2018: PURE LOVE: THE VOICE OF ELLA FITZGERALD
Focusing on the phenomenon of her extraordinary voice, this film pays tribute to The First Lady of Song – Ella Fitzgerald.
DONKEYOTE + Q&A
This extraordinary observational documentary follows 73-year-old Manolo, who lives a simple life in Southern Spain, as he plans to walk the brutal 2200-mile trail of tears in the US with just his donkey Gorrión as his companion.
DEVIL'S FREEDOM
Everardo González’s gripping Devil’s Freedom reveals the true horror of Mexico’s drug war through the shattering first-hand testimonies of both victims and perpetrators.
DOLORES
Dolores Huerta is an indomitable civil rights activist largely forgotten by history. Director Peter Bratt sets the record straight with this intimate and energising documentary on her life and achievements.
DELIVER US
With claims of Satanic possession increasing around the world, Deliver Us takes us inside the world of exorcisms within the Catholic Church following veteran Sicilian priest Father Cataldo.
DINA
Dina is a quirky and unconventional love-story between a neurodivergent couple as they navigate their burgeoning relationship and strive to reconcile their conflicting approaches to romance and intimacy.
DocHouse First: THE GRADUATION
A plunge into one of the most prestigious film schools, La Fémis in Paris, as acclaimed filmmaker Claire Simon observes the rigorous and demanding application process for the students vying for a highly coveted place.
DocHouse First: BENDING THE ARC
Documenting the incredible work of Partners in Health, Bending the Arc tells the story of a small group of doctors dedicated to their mission to make high-quality healthcare available to everyone, even in the world’s poorest countries.
Doc/Fest Presents: STEP
An uplifting and vibrant film following an inner city Baltimore high school Step team. Under the guidance of their mothers and mentors, the ‘Lethal Ladies’ step team fight against the odds and use their dancing as a way to express themselves, unite their peers and keep chasing their dreams.
Doc/Fest Presents: TROPHY
As endangered African species like elephants, rhinos and lions march closer to extinction each year, Trophy delves into the powerhouse industries of big-game hunting, breeding and wildlife conservation.
Doc/Fest Presents: MOTHERLAND + Director Q&A
Motherland takes us into the heart of the world’s busiest maternity hospital in one of the most populous countries: The Philippines. An intimate and heart-warming vérité portrait of women taking the first steps on their journey of motherhood.
Doc/Fest Presents: GHOST HUNTING + Director Q&A
Director Raed Andoni seeks out former detainees of an infamous Israeli interrogation centre to construct a replica of the prison as the backdrop to a cathartic and challenging roleplay where the men re-enact their real-life experiences.
Doc/Fest Presents: A RIVER BELOW
The Amazon pink river dolphin is being hunted to extinction, but two activists will do whatever it takes to protect the species. Complex and surprising, A River Below digs into the ethics of activism in the modern media age.
Doc/Fest Presents: BRIMSTONE & GLORY
Tultepec, Mexico is known for just one thing: fireworks. Each year the town hosts an annual pyrotechnic extravaganza, which is captured here in all its exultant, unbridled and downright dangerous glory.
DAVID LYNCH: THE ART LIFE
Step inside the mind of David Lynch in this new film looking at his art, music and films.
DocHouse First: ABACUS - SMALL ENOUGH TO JAIL
Filmmaker Steve James chronicles the legal battle fought by Abacus Federal Savings Bank of Chinatown, a small family run business which was also the only bank prosecuted in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis.
DISTURBING THE PEACE
Following activist group The Combatants for Peace, Disturbing the Peace tells the story of former enemies from both sides of the Israel-Palestine conflict who have joined together to work towards a resolution and to stand up for what they believe in.
DocHouse First: LOST IN LEBANON
As the Syrian war continues to leave entire generations without education, health care or a state, Lost in Lebanon closely follows four Syrians as they attempt to rebuild their lives in Lebanon.
DocHouse First: TICKLING GIANTS
Heart surgeon turned comedian Bassem Youssef became known as the "Egyptian Jon Stewart" after his satirical TV show became a nationwide hit. At great personal risk, Youssef took on successive oppressive regimes during the turbulent Arab Spring.