Introduction

Syrian Doc Days 2025 marked a significant moment for the festival, taking place as Syria entered a new chapter in its history. Through a carefully curated programme of documentary films, filmmaker talks, and public discussions, the festival brought together audiences, artists, journalists, and experts to reflect on memory, justice, identity, and the future of Syria. Held in Copenhagen, the eighth edition reaffirmed the festival's commitment to using documentary cinema as a platform for dialogue, cultural exchange, and independent storytelling.

AWARDS
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Best Film
My Maysoon

Batoul Karbijha, Netherlands 2023

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Best Director
Blowing in The Wind

Eyad Aljarod, Syria-Germany- Netherlands 2024

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Audience Award
We Dare to Dream

Waad Al Kateab, UK 2023

Films

Eyad Aljarod, Syria/ Netherlands 2024

Khaled Abdulwahed, Syria- Germany- Qatar 2023

Batoul Karbijha, Netherlands 2023

Waad Alkateab, UK 2023

Ghatfan Ghanoum, Syria 2024

Nour Alkheder, Netherlands 2024

Abdulrahman Alshowaiki., Belgium 2024

Events

Debate: Syria Now- Where Are We Heading

Syria is entering a new chapter with the fall of Assad, yet the scars of years of oppression and upheaval remain. The path forward is uncertain, but it is also filled with possibilities for renewal, accountability, and rebuilding trust in society. This panel will open a conversation about the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead — politically, socially, and morally — and reflect on how Syrians, both inside the country and across the diaspora, can take part in shaping a just and hopeful future.

Live Concert with Wasfi Maasrani

An unforgettable evening with Wasfi Massarani – the legendary Syrian singer and musician whose revolutionary songs became the soundtrack of the Syrian uprising. His voice of freedom and resilience carries the memory of struggle, the spirit of hope, and the dream of a new Syria—now reaching Copenhagen.

Our Guests

Eyad Aljarod

Director

Batoul Karbijha

Director

Waad Al Kateab

Director

Frank Piasecki Poulsen

Film Consultant

Nageib Khaja

Journalist

Wasfi Maasarani

Singer

Moments from Syrian Doc Days 2025