The LIDF is the UK's largest independent documentary festival. Since 2007 the festival has worked to ensure that London is host to exciting, diverse, challenging and inspiring films from every corner of the globe.

The festival is committed to providing the highest quality platform for international documentaries and their directors. It does this by working with globally recognised partners and venues, such as the British Museum, the Barbican Centre, and the TATE modern. It also provides a year-round programme of screenings and other events.

The LIDF 2012 is scheduled to run between 23 May to 3 June 2012.



CALL FOR FILMS 2012
The London International Documentary Festival (LIDF) in association with the London Review of Books is calling for submissions. The call is open and international. All subject matter is considered. Short and Feature length films are accepted. First time and established filmmakers all welcome. Films must be produced after January 1st 2010.

For full details, Frequently Asked Questions, and the On-Line Entry Form please go to: www.lidf.co.uk.

Deadline for Submissions: 6th January 2012. Late entries accepted until 3rd February 2012 with additional penalty fee (see regulations).
We look forward to seeing your films.


Patrick Hazard
Director, London International Documentary Festival (LIDF)