The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, a program of Duke Center for Documentary Studies (CDS), is one of the world’s premiere showcases for nonfiction cinema.
Renowned for its film curation, support for artists, and vibrant atmosphere, Full Frame draws an international mix of 10,000-plus attendees to Durham every spring. Over four days, the Academy Award®–qualifying festival screens dozens of films, hosts panels and parties, and fosters community among filmmakers, industry professionals and audience members.
Full Frame offers undergraduate students from across the country — including a limited number of Duke students — an opportunity to participate in the festival and immerse themselves in screenings, panels, and exclusive sessions with acclaimed filmmakers. Read about the Full Frame Fellows Program.
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The next Full Frame Documentary Film Festival will take place in Durham on April 16–19, 2026. Visit fullframefest.org for more information.
The Full Frame Documentary Film Festival is a program of Duke Center for Documentary Studies and is produced in partnership with Duke’s Venue and Production Management.