Short Film News (SFN) - Sunny Side of the Doc is going to celebrate its 20th anniversary June 23-26 at La Rochelle, France.

The event will bring industry professionals together to share their ideas, projects and visions of the documentary cinema's future.

The deadline for applicants is April 30. They have opportunity to attend in meetings with commissioning editors, buyers and the documentary film market's newest talent.

Sunny Side of the Doc also provides gathering space for documentary co-productions, showcase for 300 international key decision makers, forums and workshops to understand the latest technological and financial issues facing the profession.

Daily theme-based pitch sessions will be held In "Best International Projects Showcase" with key decision makers specialized in each theme.

More information about registration is available at: www.sunnysideofthedoc.com.