About
MOTELX
MOTELX - Lisbon International Horror Film Festival promotes the best of horror produced worldwide while also encouraging the national production of genre films. The Festival has conquered a very relevant positioning in the international circuit of genre film festivals, becoming one of the most expected and highlighted cultural events of the year in Lisbon.
CTLX
MOTELX is organised by CTLX, a non-profit cultural organisation, recognised as a public utility entity, based in Lisbon, Portugal.
CTLX
MOTELX is organised by CTLX, a non-profit cultural organisation, recognised as a public utility entity, based in Lisbon, Portugal.
MOTELX Award - Best Portuguese Horror Short Film
The MOTELX Award - Best Portuguese Horror Short Film is given to the best Portuguese short film in competition at the Festival. The winner gets a money prize worth €5,000.
Sections
The Festival's programme is divided in several sections that include contemporary cinema, short films, retrospectives, children programming and documentaries.
Events
Besides films, MOTELX promotes a series of events and activities before and during the Festival. Parties, workshops, concerts, quizzes, exhibits and much more.
Venues
Cinema São Jorge
Regarded as the most emblematic film theatre in Lisbon, recipient of the Municipal Architecture Prize in 1951, Cinema São Jorge remains the
Festival’s main venue, where most of the films will be screened, as well as other actitivies like masterclasses and workshops.
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MOTELX Lounge
The MOTELX Lounge is the place where guests, visitors, and staff come together to talk about cinema and the films that gave them goosebumps. It's also the perfect spot to enjoy drinks from our bar and some food. With DJ sets, book presentations, and other activities, the MOTELX Lounge is a must-visit in September.
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