Sunny Side of the Doc – The international marketplace for documentary and narrative experiences

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SUNNY SIDE OF THE DOC IS THE INTERNATIONAL MARKETPLACE FOR DOCUMENTARY AND NARRATIVE EXPERIENCES

Through year-round activities and a landmark international event, we provide a unique space for industry professionals to co-create, co-finance and share a diversity of compelling stories with the world.
The marketplace’s 34th edition will take place on 19-22 June 2023 live in La Rochelle.

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A Sunny Side to Every Global Story

Mission driven. Market focused. Global access. Quality curated content. Feel good interactions. Community platform.

In 2022, Sunny Side of the Doc reinvents itself from a targeted 4-day event to enriched community and industry offerings all year round thanks to our new connected platform.
At its core is the commitment to foster the emergence of new talent, encourage international co-productions and enhance the distribution of landmark documentaries and immersive stories across the globe.

Make way for New Voices! Diversity is a strength and a wealth. Faced with a society in the throes of change, Sunny Side of the Doc is committed to opening up new avenues for talent from all horizons and the stories they tell.

What they say about Sunny Side of the Doc

Matthew French

Ey Up Films – United Kingdom

"What an experience this has been from being selected to winning at Sunny Side of the Doc. We have made invaluable contacts at the film market to move this project forward. Thank you all involved!"

Sofiia Onopriienko

Golden Gate - Ukraine

"You always leave Sunny Side of the Doc with a RESULT, and an EXTRAORDINARY network of industry professionals passionate about documentaries."

Hossein Panahidorcheh

HPD Media - Turkey

"A lovely and efficient market, full of high executive which make decisions there and move things forward. A must attend market for filmmakers and distributors and a great place to know more about the industry trends and news."

Madeleine Hetherton-Miau

Media Stockade – Germany

"This was our first attendance at Sunny Side of the Doc and it exceeded expectations. It has been a productive & engaging market which has helped us attach more partners and finance to our projects."

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