The Movies that Matter Festival has been awarded Academy Award Qualifying status. This means that the winner of the Grand Jury Documentary competition is automatically nominated for the Oscar for Best Documentary. Director Margje de Koning emphasizes the recognition for filmmakers and the festival team. This makes the festival part of an exclusive group worldwide. The next edition will take place from 21 to 29 March 2025 in The Hague, with the winner potentially nominated for the 2026 Oscars.

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