documentary screening

Nonfiction film event

A documentary screening is an organized showing of a documentary film, typically at a cinema, festival, or community venue.

Screenings often include discussion afterward with filmmakers or subject experts: The environmental group hosted a documentary screening followed by a Q&A with the director.

The term emphasizes the event rather than casual viewing at home.

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audience · sold out · projector · cinema · theater · Q&A · festival · director · footage · viewing · indie · indie film · special event · seats · credits · discussion · popcorn · journalist

Opposites
event exclusivity/timing

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First-ever public performance

red carpet premiere

viewing format

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Exclusive early exhibition access

television broadcast

Family

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