International Documentary Association
Getting Real is a biennial, four-day conference created by and for documentary professionals. It focuses on the art and business of nonfiction storytelling. Now in its sixth edition, it marks a decade as the largest peer-to-peer documentary gathering in North America. The event fosters meaningful dialogue, relationship-building, and addresses key issues like ethics, creativity, sustainability, production, and distribution. Event photos courtesy of IDA.
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Getting Real brings together diverse voices from across the documentary field—from emerging to established filmmakers—and includes the most powerful players in the documentary field. The conference is known for its candid, press-embargoed discussions and supportive environment for open, honest exchange.
Keynote Speakers Jesse Wente (L) and Kirsten Johnson (R)
