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Doc Awards 2025: Tropics Film Leads Nominations
19 Nov, 2025
Summary
- Apocalypse in the Tropics earned four nominations.
- Awards ceremony will be held December 6 in Los Angeles.
- Nominations span Best Feature, Short Documentary categories.

The International Documentary Association announced the nominations for its 2025 awards, highlighting a strong slate of non-fiction films. Leading the pack is "Apocalypse in the Tropics," securing four nominations, prominently in the best feature documentary category. This film is joined by "Life After," "Seeds," and "The Tale of Silyan," each earning three nominations, showcasing their significant impact.
Several other compelling documentaries have garnered multiple nominations, including "Songs of Slow Burning Earth," "Redlight to Limelight," and "Suburban Fury." The competition spans prestigious categories such as Best Feature Documentary, Best Short Documentary, Best Director, Best Cinematography, and more, recognizing excellence in filmmaking.
Film enthusiasts and industry professionals will gather on Saturday, December 6, for the 2025 International Documentary Awards ceremony. The event is set to be held at the historic Los Angeles Athletic Club, celebrating the year's most outstanding documentary achievements.