This year’s fest includes nearly five dozen films from 11 different countries, and the majority of them are directed by women.
Jun 13, 2017
The DCist Guide to AFI Docs 2017
From music to food to politics, there’s something for every cause.
Jun 07, 2017
AFI DOCS Returns June 14-18
AFI DOCS is the nation’s leading documentary festival, showcasing the best in nonfiction film from the U.S. and around the world. It is also the only film festival that offers the opportunity to connect audiences with policy leaders, filmmakers and intriguing film subjects. With conversations and experiences you won’t find elsewhere, AFI DOCS harnesses the power of the art form and its potential to inspire change.
The 73-year old director was in town for AFI Docs, where he was honored as the 2016 Guggenheim Honoree and screened his new documentary Lo and Behold: Reveries of the Connected World.
May 09, 2016
The Fantastic Film Showcase Joins AFI Docs In June
A new genre film festival joins the 14-year-old documentary fest next month at AFI.
The series begins with the Washington-area premiere of director Michael Moore’s Where To Invade Next. Moore will also come to town for a post-screening discussion.
Jun 18, 2015
Doc and Cover: The DCist Guide to AFI Docs
It’s here! Our guide to the 2015 AFI Docs Film Festival.