Unveiling the 10th Docker Festival: 56 Films Challenge Documentary Norms

The 10th International Documentary Film Festival 'Docker' has opened in Moscow, showcasing an expanded program of 56 films, up from 40 last year. The festival emphasizes quality, aiming to present a diverse selection of documentaries that reflect various themes, without an overarching subject. Among the highlights is Alena Polunina's 'Among the Dead, Among the Living', which explores the search for war casualties in the LPR. The festival's mission also includes promoting lesser-known filmmakers and addressing ethical considerations in documentary filmmaking. The 'Doc-therapy' nomination aims to raise awareness about mental health issues through film discussions, highlighting the importance of cinema as an art form rather than just a documentation of reality.