Celebrating its 15th edition in 2008, Hot Docs will present more than 125 from over 25 countries from April 17-27.
All films in official competitions will be receiving their first Toronto showing, with many screenings being world, international, North American or Canadian premieres. For most screenings, directors will be attendance to introduce their films and to participate in post-show Q & A sessions with the audience.
Official selections will be announced on March 18.
In 2008, Hot Docs will present films in the following programmes:
CANADIAN SPECTRUM
Compelling Canadian stories and perspectives
INTERNATIONAL SPECTRUM
The finest in contemporary documentary filmmaking
WORLD SHOWCASE
A globe-trotting survey bursting with hidden gems
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
High-profile screenings and special events
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RETROSPECTIVE honouring RICHARD LEACOCK
A celebration of master filmmaker Richard Leacock’s influential work
FOCUS ON... JENNIFER BAICHWAL
A retrospective of one of Canada’s brightest doc directors
SPOTLIGHT ON IRAN
Riveting work from the Middle East
MADE IN MEXICO
Significant works from the vibrant Mexican documentary movemen
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Hello Hot Doccers,
First, my fellow programmers and I hope you are finding enough intriguing titles to tempt you to see plenty at the Festival.
We're proud of the diversity of subject matter and film styles in this year's programme, though we know that makes your screening choices a little overwhelming.
As Director of Programming I'm always reluctant to pick favourites, but having just perused the "buzz" section I see a few films here not getting the attention they deserve....so I'm going to start making daily recommendations to draw your attention to those "hidden gems" which make the Fest experience so rewarding.
Today's pick is SONG SUNG BLUE, which won the Documentary Prize at the Slamdance Film Festival earlier this year. This is one of those films that's a truly surprising experience, both dramatic and emotionally engaging in ways I wasn't expecting. The filmmaker, Greg Kohs, spent 7 years making the film, and its a truly sweeping story.
Check it out, and stay tuned for more picks from myself and fellow programmers.
Happy Festival,
Sean Farnel
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