ATL DOC – Atlanta Documentary Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
ATL DOC, formerly known as Atlanta Docufest, is Georgia’s first and Southeast’s longest-running documentary film festival, founded in 2006. It is notable for showcasing documentary features and shorts from around the world, including independent, experimental, and other nonfiction works, and for bringing filmmakers and audiences together through screenings, Q&As, and mixers in Atlanta.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 22 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Synchronicity Theatre
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2004
Venue
Synchronicity Theatre
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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