Leipziger Dok-Filmwochen GmbH

DOK Leipzig takes place every year in the fall and is unique in its combination of documentary and animated film. During the festival week, we show around 250 short and long films and extended reality (XR) works in Leipzig.

About Leipziger Dok-Filmwochen GmbH

Target group(s)

Every year, motivated documentary and animated film enthusiasts support us during and immediately around the festival week. They take a look behind the scenes of DOK Leipzig, meet our filmmakers, answer questions from our audience and can immerse themselves in the festival with an accreditation.

Founding year

1955

Paid staff

18

Volunteers

100

Funding

DOK Leipzig receives half of its funding from the city, state and federal government. There are also partnerships and sponsoring.

Objectives

DOK Leipzig makes it its mission to present these films to as wide an audience as possible and thus contribute to an exchange about art and the world. As a festival, we would like to invite our audience to engage with new perspectives.

Your support helps

the realization of DOK Leipzig in many different areas. These are at DOK Industry, DOK Neuland, cinema assistant, information desk, guest management, event management, press and public relations, office or as a stand-in.

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