IDFA (International Documentary Film Festival Amsterdam) is the world’s largest documentary film festival, known for showcasing groundbreaking non-fiction cinema from around the globe since 1988.

This collection brings together Chinese independent documentaries that have been selected for IDFA over the years. From intimate personal portraits to sweeping social observations, these films represent the diverse voices of Chinese documentary filmmaking on the international stage.

Each film speaks to IDFA’s commitment to documentary as a form of artistic expression and social engagement.