DOC NYC submissions are now open

May 19, 2011

DOC NYC is now accepting submissions for the 2011 edition in the following two categories:

Feature Documentary: Contemporary documentaries from around the world – 55 minutes in length or longer – that demonstrate a bold commitment to subject matter, excellence in cinematic craft and innovation in storytelling.  Feature documentary submissions are considered for inclusion in DOC NYC’s competitive Viewfinders and Metropolis sections.

  • Viewfinders: A competition section that covers non-fiction perspectives from around the world. Eligibility requires New York City premiere with preference given to World or U.S. premieres. Past titles include U.S. premiere of “Armadillo” and NYC premiere of “Windfall.”
  • Metropolis: A competition section of non-fiction stories based in the New York City area. Eligibility requires New York City premiere with preference given to World or U.S. premieres. Past titles include World premieres of “To Be Heard” and “Lost Bohemia.”

Short Film Spectrum: Contemporary documentaries from around the world – under 55 minutes – that demonstrate a bold commitment to subject matter, excellence in cinematic craft and innovation in storytelling.

Full details can be found here: