Sunny Side of the Doc
The international documentary and new writing market
About Sunny Side
Since 1989, Sunny Side of the Doc has been the international professional meeting place for documentaries. This market brings together producers, broadcasters, and distributors from around the world every June to discover innovative documentary projects.
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The documentary market
Created in 1989, Sunny Side of the Doc is one of the most important international markets for documentaries and new audiovisual writing. Every June, in La Rochelle, it brings together more than 3000 professionals from 60 countries to discuss documentary projects and new forms of storytelling.
A major professional event
The market offers project pitches, conferences, masterclasses, and B2B meetings to foster international co-productions. It is a strategic place for producers, broadcasters, distributors, and digital platforms.
Innovation and creation
Sunny Side of the Doc explores new documentary forms: web documentaries, virtual reality, interactive documentaries. The market is at the forefront of innovation in audiovisual writing.
Sunny Side — edition 2026
The 37th edition of Sunny Side of the Doc returns in June 2026 in an optimized format to facilitate exchanges between documentary professionals worldwide.
2026 Edition
For its 37th edition, Sunny Side of the Doc returns in an optimized format to strengthen professional meetings and explore innovations in contemporary documentary.
Highlights Sunny Side 2026
- 37th edition in an optimized format
- 3000 professionals expected
- International project pitches
- Focus on new writing
- B2B meetings and co-productions
Prices Sunny Side 2026
Practical information — Sunny Side
Practical information
Location
Espace Encan and various professional venues in La Rochelle
Access
- La Rochelle SNCF train station (10 minutes from the center)
- La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport (8 km)
- Shuttles between market venues
- Parking nearby
Prices
- Professional accreditation required
- Prices vary depending on the type of accreditation
- Event reserved for professionals
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Where does it take place — Sunny Side
Espace Encan
Espace Encan, 17000 La Rochelle