DOC LA - Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival
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DOC LA — Los Angeles Documentary Film Festival is an international documentary film festival organized by the Parajanov-Vartanov Institute. It screens and awards films by students, emerging filmmakers, and established masters, with a focus on documentary cinema and other genres including animation, experimental, and music videos.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 16 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Beverly Hills, California 90209
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2010
Venue
Beverly Hills, California 90209
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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