10th Al Jazeera International Documentary Film Festival

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The 10th edition of the Al Jazeera International Documentary Film Festival will be held between 23 and 26 October, 2014.

This year around, the festival has achieved participation from 60 countries from all over the world. 

China is the biggest participant in the festival competitions.

There are 10 countries that have participated for the first time in the festival.

The number of received applications exceeded our expectations and reached 1094 films: 354 long, 294 medium, 266 short, and 180 for the New Horizon competition.

The films were reviewed by specialized committees, and 161 films were shortlisted for all competitions contesting over 24 awards.

Event starts at 9 am and ends at 11.15 pm everyday The Ritz-Carlton Doha Hotel.