This Is Not a Fiction
Festival | A documentary and non-fiction film festival

ABOUT THE FESTIVAL:
Featuring a dynamic lineup of repertory classics, cutting-edge documentaries, television programs, experimental works, essay films, and fiction, ‘This Is Not a Fiction’ goes beyond the limits of genre, with the lineup reflecting the boundless possibilities of non-fiction storytelling. The festival is a celebration of non-fiction as a form of filmmaking and its profound impact on our lives, from its influence in art and entertainment to its power in education, political advocacy and social discourse.
This Is Not a Fiction 2025
Festival | This year’s festival will feature more than 15 premieres and special events with over 35 guests including Errol Morris, Kazuo Hara, Conan O’Brien, Mark Frost, Bill Hader, Fred Armisen, Charles Burnett, Jeff Probst, Chris Smith, Courtney Stephens, Michael Almereyda, Amanda McBaine, Jesse Moss and more. Stay tuned for lineup announcements!

Frederick Wiseman: An American Cinematheque Retrospective
Series | A full 45-film retrospective of Frederick Wiseman’s newly restored works beginning Fall 2024
Co-presented by ‘This Is Not a Fiction’

This Is Not a Fiction 2024
Festival | Documentary and non-fiction film festival showcasing 44 films and 11 short films with over 21 filmmakers, a special anniversary panel and six premieres
