Sheffield Doc/Fest

Sheffield Doc/Fest is a film festival comprising; inspirational documentary films from across the globe; controversial discussion panels and in-depth filmmaker masterclasses; a marketplace offering a unique way to pitch new and groundbreaking documentary projects; and world-famous parties. Our brand is unique, combining unparalleled expertise with a rebellious streak, dedicated to new talent and voices. The Festival continues to be innovative, exciting and different – leading the way in digital and interactive programming.

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For the 2016 version the Sheffield Doc/Fest will welcome world-renowned naturalist Sir David Attenborough to the Festival for the first time. Long established as the world’s leading natural history documentarian and presenter, Sir David’s long and celebrated career has also included the highest-level work off screen, as Controller of BBC2, and Director of Programmes across the BBC. He has been responsible for commissioning many innovative titles over the years, including the 13 part documentary television series The Ascent of Man. In 1966 he oversaw the introduction of colour television to Britain and in 1969 was responsible for clearing the BBC schedule for the moon landing. Sir David will discuss his long and illustrious career and talk about the future of television and media. Sir David will be in conversation with Charlotte Moore, Controller of Channels and iPlayer for the BBC.

Sheffield Doc/Fest also gives attendees the opportunity to meet and engage with decision makers in the industry. These people include commissioners, buyers, funders, executives, advisors, mentors, strategists, distributors, and sales agents from across the world. Many of them commission cross-platform/interactive as well as documentary.

Please visit the Sheffield Doc/Fest Market Buyers Page for more info on the decision makers in attendance as well as here for the festival schedule.

– Originally Posted on June 10, 2016.

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