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MASTERDOC INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FILM FESTIVAL

Showcase Your Vision. Get Audience Feedback. Connect with the Industry.

December 06th-07th, 2024

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Celebrating Mastery in All Forms

Welcome to the MasterDoc Documentary Film Festival, a unique event dedicated to showcasing the pinnacle of human achievement, skill, and knowledge across a multitude of disciplines. Hosted in the vibrant city of Tbilisi, Georgia, and streamed worldwide on our Festival Channel, MasterDoc Fest is your platform to explore and celebrate the excellence that defines our world.


For this festival, we invite over 30 specialized distributors, content buyers, and sales agents. 

This is a unique opportunity for your film to reach industry professionals who are specifically interested in scientific, educational, and mastery content. During the event, we organize special exclusive online screenings for market pros from all over the Globe.


Themes of MasterDoc Fest:


1. Science & Technology

Dive into documentaries that unravel the latest scientific discoveries, technological innovations, and the boundless curiosity that drives progress. From environmental science to space exploration, witness the frontiers of human knowledge.

2. Education

Explore films that spotlight transformative educational systems, innovative teaching methods, and inspiring stories from students and educators. See how education shapes our future and empowers communities.

3. Mastery of Craft

Celebrate the artisans, musicians, chefs, and filmmakers who have honed their crafts to perfection. Discover the dedication and passion behind culinary masterpieces, musical compositions, and artistic creations.

4. Skilled Trades

Appreciate the expertise of architects, engineers, skilled laborers, and technicians. These films highlight the incredible feats of construction, design, and infrastructure that form the backbone of our societies.

5. Professional Excellence

Delve into the worlds of healthcare, law, business, and journalism. Learn about the groundbreaking work of doctors, lawyers, entrepreneurs, and journalists who shape and protect our world.

6. Cultural Mastery

Experience the richness of cultural heritage through documentaries on traditional and contemporary art, dance, language preservation, and cultural revival. Celebrate the custodians of our collective cultural legacy.

7. Sports and Physical Mastery

Follow the journeys of athletes, coaches, and extreme sports enthusiasts. These films capture the triumphs, struggles, and scientific advancements in sports and physical training.

8. Personal Mastery

Be inspired by stories of personal growth, mindfulness, overcoming adversity, and achieving work-life balance. These documentaries showcase the inner strength and resilience of individuals striving for excellence.

9. Historical Mastery

Travel back in time with documentaries that explore great leaders, historical events, architectural wonders, and archeological discoveries. Understand the impact of history on our present and future.

10. Environmental and Wildlife Mastery

Engage with documentaries focused on conservation, wildlife rehabilitation, sustainable practices, and eco-friendly innovations. Meet the naturalists and wildlife experts dedicated to preserving our planet.

11. Community and Social Mastery

Discover the power of community leaders, activists, social workers, and volunteers. These films highlight the impact of social justice, human rights, philanthropy, and community-building efforts.

12. Innovators and Inventors

Celebrate the visionaries behind groundbreaking inventions, startups, and technological advancements. Learn about the pioneers in renewable energy, robotics, and automation who are shaping our future.

13. Cultural Heritage and Traditions

Immerse yourself in the rich tapestries of cultural festivals, traditional crafts, folk music, and storytelling. These documentaries preserve and celebrate the diverse traditions that define us.

14. Health and Wellness

Explore the forefront of medicine, fitness, nutrition, mental health, and alternative therapies. These films provide insights into the practices and innovations promoting well-being.

15. Travel and Exploration

Embark on journeys with explorers and adventurers as they discover remote cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and untold stories. See the world through the lens of master travelers.

16. Creative Mastery

Celebrate creativity in filmmaking, animation, photography, digital art, and storytelling. These documentaries reveal the imaginative processes behind some of the most compelling works of art.



Why Submit to Master Doc?


We offer a unique platform for filmmakers and media artists to present their work to a global audience and industry professionals. By participating, you join a community that values artistic exploration and groundbreaking storytelling.


Festival Highlights

  • Venue: Experience the rich culture of Tbilisi, Georgia, and connect with an international audience on our Festival Channel.

  • Jury Awards: Our professional jury, comprising award-winning filmmakers, producers, distributors, and content buyers, will recognize the best films and scripts.

  • Social Media Promotions: We promote selected films on our social media platforms, increasing visibility and engagement.

  • Fan Award: Garner the most social media reactions and win the coveted Fan Award.

  • Audience Votes: Engage with live audiences and online viewers who will vote for their favorite projects, culminating in the Festival Winner award.

  • Unique Trophies: Winners at the venue will receive a handcrafted, personalized trophy with their name and film title.

  • Digital Diplomas & Certificates: All winners will also receive digital diplomas and certificates, perfect for showcasing their achievement.

  • Networking: This is a unique opportunity for your film to reach industry professionals who are specifically interested in scientific, educational, and mastery content. 

Why Submit to MasterDoc?

🔹 Live Screenings & Curated Audience – Your work is showcased in front of a select audience of film lovers, artists, and industry professionals in Tbilisi, Georgia.
🔹 Audience Feedback & Reviews – Every film receives structured audience ratings and feedback, helping you refine your work and gain insights for distribution.
🔹 Festival Channel & Global Reach – Films with filmmaker permission are also featured on our exclusive Festival Channel, giving worldwide access to invited and registered viewers.
🔹 Fan Award & Audience Engagement – Increase your film’s exposure by engaging your audience in our social media-based Fan Award voting.
🔹 Industry Recognition & Award Opportunities – Get recognized by our jury of professionals and global audience.

🔹Beyond the Festival: Long-Term Opportunities – Winning and selected films and compositions may receive further strategic and distribution support, marketing assistance, and exposure through our network.

What You Get When You Submit

Official Selection Status (if selected) + Digital laurels
Audience Feedback & Ratings
Promotion on our website & social media
Live in-person and Channel screenings (Channel is optional for filmmakers)
Eligibility for jury and audience awards
Potential distribution opportunities


Approved projects will have dedicated pages on our festival platform for audience reviews and industry visibility, without access to the project outside the festival. The page remains live for a month post-event, with an option to extend or remove it later.

Awards & Recognition

🎬 Nominations:


🏆 Feature Documentary (51 minutes and longer)

🏆 Short Documentary (50 minutes and shorter)

🏆 Science & Technology

🏆 Education

🏆 Mastery of Craft

🏆 Skilled Trades

🏆 Professional Excellence

🏆 Cultural Mastery

🏆 Sports and Physical Mastery

🏆 Personal Mastery

🏆 Historical Mastery

🏆 Environmental and Wildlife Mastery

🏆 Community and Social Mastery

🏆 Innovators and Inventors

🏆 Cultural Heritage and Traditions

🏆 Health and Wellness

🏆 Travel and Exploration

🏆 Creative Mastery

🏆 Best Director


🎟 Audience Awards:


🏆 Fan Award – Voted via social media engagement
🏆 Channel Audience Choice Award – Voted by viewers on the Festival Channel
🏆 Festival Winner – The top honor, chosen by the live audience in Tbilisi

Submit your project now!

📅 Final Deadline:

📌 Event Date:

Nov 27th, 2024

December 06th-07th, 2024

📍 Tbilisi, Georgia & Festival Channel

Other platforms to submit:

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How It Works?

1️⃣ Submit Your Documentary

Sign up and upload your film through our festival platform.


2️⃣ Long List & Project Page Creation

Your project goes through an initial review. Long-Listed projects receive an informational page on our website (without full project access outside festival screenings).


3️⃣ Official Selection & Screenings

Your film is screened live at festival venues and (optionally) on the Festival Channel.


4️⃣ Audience & Jury Evaluations

Films are reviewed by both audience and industry professionals.


5️⃣ Awards & Distribution Opportunities

Winners receive festival diplomas, laurels, and certificates, plus potential distribution deals.

Our Participants Say

Submit your project now!

📅 Final Deadline:

📌 Event Date:

Nov 27th, 2024

December 06th-07th, 2024

📍 Tbilisi, Georgia & Festival Channel

Other platforms to submit:

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