Doc Only

Copenhagen, Denmark
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Doc Only is a documentary film festival based in Copenhagen, Denmark, devoted to documentary cinema in all its forms. It is notable as a platform for independent filmmakers and a live festival venue for audience awards and jury prizes, with programming that includes short, feature, micro-short, experimental, human rights, environment, war drama, society, LGBTQ+, animated, and web/TV documentary works.

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+2 pts)

  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-26 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • 1 documented risk signal
  • On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected

Trust Signals

Risk Flags

  • VERY_NEW

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE

Festival Details

Founded

2024

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Legitimacy Score26/100
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