DOK Preview Germany
DOK Preview Germany is an exclusive showcase featuring German feature-length documentaries in the final stages of production. The teams present their projects to international buyers, editors, world sales, festival curators and distributors.
Meet inspiring creatives and dive into diverse topics and unique filmmaking styles presented by experienced moderators Zeynep Güzel and Tanja Georgieva-Waldhauer. The film teams will give you a sneak peek into their new works to enrich your slates, slots and festivals.
With the project presentation and subsequent opportunity for networking and exchange, we want to support the selected projects on their journey to international distribution and create new working ties.
Language
English
Access
Invitation only
Award
Our partner D-Facto Motion will award the D-Facto Motion Works-in-Progress Prize to one of the projects presented at DOK Preview Germany, providing post-production services valued at 10,000 €.
We are looking for your creative, author-driven, feature-length documentary projects (min. 79 minutes) suitable for theatrical release and festival distribution with an international audience in mind.
We accept completed documentary films as well as projects nearing completion, aiming for an estimated release date in winter/spring 25/26.
Projects in development or early stages of production are not eligible.
Only productions with a majority of German participation are eligible. We require a BAFA proof for international co-productions.
The deadline for applications is 4 September 2025.
Please find all relevant information on participating with a project and how to submit in the DOK Preview Germany Entry Guidelines, and check our FAQ.
Ready? The application takes place via myDOK. You’ll need to login (or to register for a new account to access the entry form:
For all questions on how to apply for DOK Preview Germany, read the following FAQ:
Which project team member should apply?
We encourage either the director or the producer to apply.
Where can I find the entry form?
Once you have completed the registration for myDOK and logged in, you will see the entry options. Please choose “Apply for Preview Germany”. If you choose the incorrect form, return to the menu and complete a new application.
I have submitted my application incompletely or would like to change a note. What should I do?
Once you have clicked the submit button, you cannot change the form anymore. You can either start a new application or, if you would like to change a submitted application, please do so by emailing the DOK Preview Germany Coordinator (preview [at] dok-leipzig [dot] de (preview[at]dok-leipzig[dot]de)). Please respect our capacity for answering emails.
I am not sure if I can make the deadline. Can I get an extension?
The deadline is 4 September 2025, midnight CEST (UTC +2). Do not wait until the final moment to apply. The server might be overwhelmed. Even more noteworthy, please do not send us panicked emails. We are reasonable and can give you a possible extension if you
contact us early on.
How many team members can participate at DOK Preview Germany?
We have limited capacity and can only welcome two team members per project, either a producer, two producers or a producer and a director.
We keep our events small and exclusive, focusing on opportunities to meet decision makers. We are only able to do so by restricting the number of participants.
Is there a participation fee?
Participation in the presentation and the networking event afterwards is free of charge. Please note your participation does not give you automatic access to our DOK Leipzig Festival and DOK Industry Programme.
If you want access to the entire programme, we offer a discount on the accreditation fee.
I am a first-timer at a rough-cut presentation. Is there a possibility to receive training?
We foster knowledge exchange through the DOK Industry Programme. We are happy to advise you on your participation or how to position your written materials for the project overview, e.g. via Zoom.
We also offer a workshop (online) before DOK Preview Germany begins that will focus on honing your pitching skills in a supportive environment.
In 2024, our partner D-Facto Motion has once again awarded the D-Facto Motion Works-in-Progress Prize to one of the projects presented at DOK Preview Germany.
The prize comes with post-production services valued at 10,000 € and went to
“Curtains”
directed by Alina Cyranek
(Germany)
Congratulations!
Review the Project Selection 2024
DOK Preview Germany is a joint production of German Films and DOK Leipzig, with the support of AG DOK.
