International Independent Short Documentary Film Festival for Emerging Directors
Come on, doc! is an international independent short documentary film festival dedicated to debut works by emerging filmmakers. The festival is open to newcomer directors of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities, working in short-form documentary cinema. Come on, doc! is designed as a focused entry point into the festival circuit — a place for first films to be seen, discussed, and taken seriously within a professional festival context.
Early bird: January 27 - February 27. Don’t miss it!
Come on, doc! is designed as a safe and supportive space for filmmakers who are just starting out. A small-scale festival where first films are met with attention, care, and respect — without pressure, hierarchy, or competition overload..
Friendly by Design
Come on, doc! celebrates the richness of human experiences with a lineup of documentaries that explore a wide range of subjects and themes. From personal stories to social issues, expect a diverse and thought-provoking selection of films.
A Focused Community
Rather than a crowded market, Come on, doc! brings together a compact community of emerging filmmakers. It’s a place to watch films properly, exchange experiences, and feel part of a shared beginning.
A Place to Begin
Come on, doc! exists to give first films a clear and confident starting point. To be seen on a real screen, discussed in a professional context, and supported at the moment when it matters most — the very first step.
Where theCome on, doc!is held?
The directors of the winning films will be presented at an offline screening in Belgrade, Serbia, hosted by Auditoria, the festival’s official venue, located at Vojvode Dobrnca 48. Auditoria provides a focused, human-scale setting for film screenings and discussions, aligning with the festival’s commitment to careful viewing and direct conversation between filmmakers and audiences.
