Two Days of Ideas, Connections and Documentary Storytelling

Sunny Side of the Doc 2026 officially kicked off in La Rochelle, bringing together documentary professionals from around the world for three days of inspiration, exchange and collaboration. Under this year's theme, The Right Move, the opening day set the tone with thought-provoking discussions, fresh perspectives and new opportunities to connect across the international documentary ecosystem.

Watch the Day 1 recap and discover some of the key moments that marked the opening of this year's edition.

Building on the momentum of the opening day, Day 2 continued to spark conversations around the future of documentary storytelling. From industry talks and project meetings to networking sessions and informal gatherings, participants explored new ideas, forged partnerships and shared insights on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector today.

Watch the Day 2 recap and relive another vibrant day at Sunny Side of the Doc 2026.