Docs by the Sea

Docs by the Sea is an international documentary lab and forum based in Indonesia, dedicated to nurturing creative feature-length and short documentaries from Asia. The program supports filmmakers through intensive labs, mentorship, and a public pitching forum that connects projects with international festivals, funds, broadcasters, and sales agents. Since its inception, Docs by the Sea has helped projects travel to major festivals and markets worldwide, strengthening cross-regional collaboration and expanding global visibility for Asian documentary storytelling.