Peloponnisos International documentary Festival

Overview

Set against the beautiful backdrop of Kalamata and multiple cities across the Peloponnese region in Greece, our festival is an annual celebration of the art of documentary filmmaking. For over a decade, we have been bringing together bold filmmakers, engaged audiences, and powerful stories from every corner of the globe. We are thrilled to announce that submissions for our 12th edition are now officially OPEN! PelDocFest is a documentary festival. The Main Event takes place in the city of Kalamata, Greece, while part of the program is screened in several cities all over the Peloponnese region. The overall attendance every year reaches approximately 12.000 to 13.000 viewers. The festival includes Special Events, masterclasses, retrospectives, educational screenings, seminars and so on. 🌟 This Year's Central Theme: Human Relationships In a world that is constantly shifting, how do we connect? This year, we are turning our lens towards "Human Relationships". We are looking for documentaries that explore the complex, fragile, and resilient bonds between people. Whether it’s family dynamics, romantic love, deep friendships, social divides, the relationship between the individual and the community, or the ways we interact with "the other" – we want to see stories that capture the essence of human connection. We welcome diverse perspectives, intimate portraits, and cinematic explorations of what it means to relate to one another. (Note: While we have a central theme, we also welcome outstanding documentaries on various topics including environment, human rights, history, and the arts). 🤝 Why Submit to Us? A Festival Made for Filmmakers: We pride ourselves on our warm hospitality and the true sense of community we build during the festival days. Engaged Audiences: Our screenings take place across a network of cities, ensuring your film meets a wide, diverse, and deeply passionate audience. Meaningful Dialogues: We love Q&As, masterclasses, and open discussions. We don't just screen films; we talk about them. A Cinematic Journey in Greece: Experience the unique culture, history, and cinematic vibe of the Peloponnese. Submit your film today and join our documentary family. Let's explore the human connection, together!

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  ترجمه انگلیسیِ همین نسخه: --- **A great and well-organized festival with a strong commitment to social issues. It is truly an honor that my film, *The Lost Season*, won the Equality Award. Thank you for supporting documentary films.**

• Filmmaker

  The Peloponnisos International Film Festival was for me one of the best festivals I have attended. The festival provides a dignified open and international atmosphere for documentary films. The way documentary films are celebrated in Kalamata is unparalleled to the festivals I have seen. The audience highly appreciates films that deal with unusual topics. I believe that it is rare to find such a wonderful selection as the one at this festival. What is also outstanding is that there are so many activities for filmmakers. At the same time, you also get to know the local audience, the culture and the city that is hosting the festival. The festival is superbly organised by a surprisingly small group of hard-working and talented people. They meet all the requirements of a major festival. The festival directors Gina Petropoulou and Cleoni Flessa are on an mportant mission to promote documentary film and the entire region. Their success in this endeavour cannot be overstated. It was an honour to be at this festival with our film Survivors.

• Filmmaker

  A unique and inspiring festival that beautifully blends tradition, culture, and stunning human experiences. Authentic atmosphere, wonderful people, and excellent organization make the Peloponnisos International documentary Festival a truly unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!

• Filmmaker

  A cozy festival focused on documentaries where organizers and participants feel like family! We could only attend for a brief time, but I definitely hope to go back and enjoy more of it!

• Filmmaker

  Ernesto González Díaz

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