International Documentary Association Announces Shortlist for 39th Annual Awards

42 films from over 20 countries shortlisted for the prestigious IDA Documentary Awards; official nominees to be announced on November 21 with winners revealed in December.

• The International Documentary Association has announced a shortlist for the 39th annual award ceremony, with 42 films from over 20 countries vying for nominations.
• The selected roster includes 17 feature-length documentaries and 25 short films, with notable entries such as 'Bobi Wine: The People’s President,' and 'Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni Project.'
• In addition to the Best Feature Documentary and Best Short Documentary categories, awards will be given in a host of other categories, including Best Director, Best Cinematography, and Best Music Score.
• The official nomination announcement for the 39th IDA Documentary Awards will be made on November 21, and the voting process will begin simultaneously, ending on December 5.
• The award ceremony is set to take place during the week of December 11, with the location yet to be determined.

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