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20 years of MOTELX: "Essentially owed to the audience"
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20 years of MOTELX: "Essentially owed to the audience"

SIC Notícias4 September 2026 at 08:20

MOTELX, the Lisbon International Horror Film Festival, celebrates its 20th edition, marking two decades of existence. The festival will be the longest ever, extending for a longer period than previous editions.

The event's organization publicly acknowledges that this 20-year milestone is essentially owed to the audience, which has supported the festival over the two decades. This reference highlights the importance of spectators in the sustainability and continuity of the horror festival.

MOTELX has been an important event in the Portuguese film landscape, specifically dedicated to the horror genre and horror cinema, attracting genre enthusiasts and industry professionals. The celebration of 20 years represents a significant milestone for a specialized festival in Portugal.

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