About Atlanta Documentary Film Festival
ATL DOC - Two Decades of Docs
ATL DOC has been part of Atlanta’s documentary scene for more than twenty years. It began as Atlanta Docufest and has grown into a clearer identity that reflects where documentary filmmaking is heading. The focus is the same as day one: real stories told with intention.
Now in its twenty first year, the Atlanta Documentary Film Festival continues to highlight work shaped by strong perspectives and honest storytelling. We look for films that move people, challenge assumptions, and stay with audiences long after they screen. If your documentary exposes an issue, captures a personal story, or explores a subject with depth, ATL DOC is built for you.
We screen feature and short documentaries from around the world. The program includes investigative pieces, personal and political stories, arts and culture films, environmental subjects, and projects that experiment with form. Everything centers on filmmakers who bring a clear point of view and a commitment to real life on screen.
The 21st Annual ATL DOC takes place March 20 - 22, 2026 at Limelight Theater in Atlanta, Georgia. Filmmakers can expect live screenings, thoughtful programming, and an audience that cares about documentary film. The festival also includes Q&As and time for filmmakers to connect with each other, supported by a team that has spent two decades running film festivals across the Atlanta Film Series.
If you want your documentary to reach an engaged Atlanta audience and be part of a festival dedicated to nonfiction storytelling, ATL DOC is where your work belongs.
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