This year's DOK.fest Munich is taking place online. From May 5 to 23, you have the opportunity to stream 131 films from 43 countries in your home theater. Germany's largest documentary film festival once again has some highlights in store for you. Exciting, touching and entertaining documentaries are waiting to be seen by you. In addition to the films, you can look forward to the most extensive accompanying program of the DOK.fest to date.

Would you like to know how the investigative journalists from the Süddeutsche Zeitung were able to uncover the Ibiza affair? Take a look behind the scenes of the Uffizi Gallery and gain an intimate insight into the life of the famous Italian film director Roberto Rossellini? DOK.fest's award-winning documentaries give you insider information on the German Armed Forces and show you the life of Circus Roncalli founder Bernhard Paul.

Host country Canada

As always, there are a few program highlights: This year's guest country is Canada. In the series, you will be able to discover seven films from and about Canada. A country between metropolis and indigenous culture, between liberalism and monarchy. One tribute is dedicated to Czech filmmaker Helena Třeštíková, who is known as a master of long-term observation. In her films, she delves deep into private universes and creates sensitive images of small dramas and big moments. Find out everything about the film program here.

You can also look forward to 26 public events at DOK.forum München @home. On this online platform, international filmmakers have the opportunity to discuss the future and trends of documentary work. You can find an overview of the entire program here.

Tickets from 3 euros

If you fancy turning your own four walls into a home cinema, you can either get a ticket pass for 70 euros or individual movie tickets from 6 euros and short film tickets from 3 euros. The Soli ticket for 1 euro extra also supports the partner cinemas. If you want to take advantage of the entire length of the festival and watch 19 days of exciting documentaries, then the pass is definitely worth it. Individual tickets are sufficient for spontaneous streamers.

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