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Join us for a very special programme of films and talks reflecting our Guests of Honour Fenton Bailey and Randy Barbato’s decades-long contribution to popular culture.

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BBC Interview: A conversation with Professor Brian Cox

Legendary physicist Brian Cox reflects on a remarkable career that has seen him bring the wonders of science to millions through television, books, podcasts and live shows. Unmissable.
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Norma Percy & Lucy Hetherington In Conversation with Nina Hossain

Award-winning documentary producers Norma Percy and Lucy Hetherington talk to Nina Hossain, sharing insights into how they bring world-shaping political stories to life on screen.

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Grenfell: Uncovered director Olaide Sadiq, pictured with Festival Creative Director Raul Niño Zambrano smile as they stand against a bright pink and white branded backdropat Sheffield DocFest 2025

Grenfell: Uncovered wins Audience Award at the 2025 Sheffield DocFest

We are thrilled to announce the winner of the 2025 Audience Award
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Published on June 23
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Announcing 2025 Sheffield DocFest Award Winners

We are delighted to announce this year’s winners presented during the awards ceremony at Sheffield’s Crucible Playhouse this evening.
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Published on June 22
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Announcing the Channel 4 First Cut Pitch Finalists

We are thrilled to announce the finalists for the Channel 4 First Cut Pitch.
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Published on June 13

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"All year round you work and try to find inspiration. Sheffield DocFest is 100% about inspiration. I come here to be reminded why I do what I do."

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"The character of the festival extends further than the programme of films and talks, it’s imbued in the staff, volunteers and attendees, and through this community, soaked up into the city itself. I walked home every day buzzing with insight and brimming with new documentary recommendations for anyone who would listen."

Alaina Briggs, Sheffield DocFest Local Advisory Group

"DocFest is the best documentary festival in the UK. It offers access to film makers, fosters community and collaboration and showcases the best of the industry’s work. It is irreplaceable."

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