We are thrilled to unveil the official selection for the 9th edition of the DokuBaku International Documentary Film Festival, taking place 13–19 October 2025 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

 

This year’s theme, 5DWORLDHYPERMAT3X, invites us to step beyond the known dimensions and explore the boundless layers of reality, perception, and existence—a multi-dimensional lens through which stories shape and reshape our world.

 

From over 200 submissions across 60+ countries, our dedicated selection team has curated a bold and vibrant lineup of 57 documentaries that push the boundaries of storytelling: 26 Feature Documentaries and 31 Shorts.

 

We’re especially proud to include 5 local films, showcasing the rising voices of Azerbaijani documentary cinema.

 

We are honored to welcome 64 filmmakers from around the globe to the Land of Fire, where their unique visions will illuminate the screens and spark dialogue with our audience.

 

These films—diverse, daring, and visionary—form the soul of DokuBaku 2025, reaffirming our commitment to creative freedom, global dialogue, and cinematic excellence.

 

Join us this October in Baku for a week of discovery, reflection, and celebration of the documentary spirit.