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IDFA 2023: 250 Films Spotlight Global Urgent Issues

10/14/2025

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The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) runs November 13–23, presenting nearly 250 films from 76 countries.
Twelve films compete in the International Competition, with nine world or international premieres.
Notable selections include “Gaza’s Twins, Come Back to Me” and “Steal This Story, Please!”, addressing urgent social issues.
IDFA adds the DocLab Competition for immersive storytelling and the Frontlight section to examine contemporary challenges.

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Story summary

The International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam (IDFA) runs November 13–23, presenting nearly 250 films from 76 countries.
Twelve films compete in the International Competition, with nine world or international premieres.
Notable selections include “Gaza’s Twins, Come Back to Me” and “Steal This Story, Please!”, addressing urgent social issues.
IDFA adds the DocLab Competition for immersive storytelling and the Frontlight section to examine contemporary challenges.