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Hot Docs Festival Unveils 113 Documentaries, 35 Premieres!

3/26/2025

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Hot Docs Festival Highlights

The 32nd Hot Docs festival in Toronto, running from April 24 to May 4, promises an exhilarating showcase of 113 documentaries from 47 countries. Among the standout features are 35 world premieres, including Noam Gonick's powerful "Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance." With programs like Special Presentations and Made in Exile, the festival celebrates diverse voices and compelling stories.

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Wójcik Unveils Documentary

The 32nd Hot Docs Festival in Toronto is set to unveil "King Matt the First," a poignant documentary by Polish filmmaker Jasmina Wójcik. This heartfelt film delves into the deepening relationship between sisters Zoja and Lea, capturing their childhood struggles while shedding light on pressing issues like environmental neglect and the weight of geopolitical strife.

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Hot Docs Festival Highlights

The 32nd Hot Docs festival in Toronto, running from April 24 to May 4, promises an exhilarating showcase of 113 documentaries from 47 countries. Among the standout features are 35 world premieres, including Noam Gonick's powerful "Parade: Queer Acts of Love & Resistance." With programs like Special Presentations and Made in Exile, the festival celebrates diverse voices and compelling stories.

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