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IDFA DocLab 2026: Immersive and Interactive Projects
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IDFA DocLab 2026: Immersive and Interactive Projects

International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam

June 16, 2026Amsterdam, Netherlands

IDFA DocLab is the definitive, globally recognized platform for non-fiction spatial computing and interactive journalism. It is ideal for socially and politically engaged digital artists who utilize immersive technology to interrogate the human condition rather than for escapism. The festival evaluates works based on their reflexive exploration of reality, ethical use of data, and non-fiction w...

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High-profile presentation within the world's premier documentary festival, immense industry visibility, and eligibility for the highly coveted IDFA DocLab competition awards.

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Open to creators of immersive and interactive projects, specifically including physical installations, VR, AR, digital artworks, and XR experiences. Projects must leverage new media and emerging technology to tell non-fiction stories, document lived experiences, and critically reflect on reality.

Dates & details

Deadline
Final Entry Deadline
Programme dates
Late 2026
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€5,000
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€25–45 application fee

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