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The new Visions du Réel pouch have arrived! Available with the 56th edition posters.
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More than 50 films from the programme available from your home! From 10 to 20 April. The films will be announced on 10 April at 18:00.
VdR–Industry Talks
In 2025, we invite you to expand your mind with a series of talks and masterclasses for filmmakers, producers and cinephiles alike.
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Accessibility and inclusion
Find out all about the Festival’s assistance, accessibility and inclusive services, including and Operation Chaise rouge.
Programme 2025: Les Frictions du Réel
Visions du Réel returns for its 56th edition with a programme featuring 154 films from 57 countries. Discover the programme!
International Feature Film Competition
The International Feature Film Competition celebrates the best of contemporary non-fiction filmmaking, in all its originality and eclecticism.
Burning Lights Competition
Burning Lights is an international competition of feature films dedicated to novel, free, adventurous and contemporary perspectives in cinema.
National Competition
Dedicated to feature-length and medium-length films (co)produced in Switzerland, the National Competition showcases the tremendous diversity and excellence of Swiss production.
International Medium Length & Short Film Competition
The International Short and Medium Length Film Competition celebrates the best of shorter formats in contemporary non-fiction filmmaking, in all their originality and eclecticism.
