Encounters
South African International Documentary Festival
Celebrating its 27th edition, Encounters South African International Documentary Festival boasts a solid reputation locally and globally for its role in transforming the Documentary Landscape.
The Festival has built strong networks with distributors, filmmakers and audiences over the years and is the launchpad of African documentaries to the world.
Known for its expert curation of African and international documentaries, Encounters showcases a selection of the best titles worldwide to local audiences every year.
The festival program features award-winning and critically acclaimed works, including the year’s most discussed documentaries.
- Date: 19 – 29 June 2025
- Time: Various
- Venue: The Labia Theatre, Ster-Kinekor V&A Waterfront, Bertha Movie House Isivivana Centre Khayelitsha
- Tickets: From R90
- Website: encounters.co.za
- Event Organiser: Encounters Training and Development Institute