The It’s All True – International Documentary Film Festival (É Tudo Verdade – Festival Internacional de Documentários) is Latin America’s premier documentary film festival. Founded in 1996 by renowned film critic Amir Labaki, the festival is held annually in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. It is exclusively dedicated to nonfiction cinema, celebrating the art of documentary filmmaking through a rich program of screenings, retrospectives, and industry events.
The festival features competitive sections for Brazilian and international documentaries across short, medium, and feature-length formats. Alongside its competitions, It’s All True presents retrospectives, tributes, and special programs that highlight the historical and cultural significance of documentary storytelling.
In 2015, the festival achieved international acclaim when it became the first in Latin America to have its Short Film Competition winners qualify for the Academy Awards’ Best Documentary (Short Subject) category. This milestone underscores its global influence and commitment to excellence in nonfiction filmmaking.
The festival serves as a vital platform for Brazilian and Latin American filmmakers, bringing their work to global audiences and fostering cultural exchange.
Its Academy Award-qualifying status for short documentaries has cemented its reputation as a critical player in the international documentary landscape.
With a commitment to tackling pressing social, political, and cultural issues, the festival showcases documentaries that challenge, inspire, and inform.
Through workshops, panel discussions, and masterclasses, It’s All True supports the professional development of filmmakers and encourages innovation in storytelling.
Since its inception, It’s All True has premiered works by acclaimed filmmakers and introduced audiences to groundbreaking documentaries. Its dedication to nonfiction cinema has made it a cornerstone event in Brazil’s cultural calendar and a beacon for documentary filmmakers worldwide.
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