The Festival
The Walpurgis Queer Horror Film Festival was born out of a very real need: to create a unique space in Barcelona, a place where queer horror cinema, also embracing the feminine gaze, dissidents and, therefore, opposed to heteropatriarchal cinema, can flourish and be celebrated. In a panorama full of film festivals and exhibitions, our festival stands out for providing a sensitivity and perspective that, until now, have been absent. We want to fill that gap and provide a platform that reflects and celebrates diversity.
With a multidisciplinary approach, our intention is to create an environment where the interconnection between different forms of art can be appreciated. This festival is not just a film event, but a beacon of diversity. Our goal is to create an inclusive and varied context within the festival landscape.
We want to promote and celebrate films in which the main characters or plots represent the LGBTQIA+ community, have a female POV, a clear dissident spirit, and reflect the problems and discrimination these people face on a daily basis. In this way, we contribute to greater visibility and understanding, while dismantling myths, clichés, and stereotypes, and ensuring that all voices are heard and all talents are valued.
Our festival aspires to be a space for dialogue and reflection. By screening and discussing films that address issues of discrimination, identity, and diversity, we hope to inspire meaningful conversations and foster greater understanding and empathy. We want our attendees to leave each screening not only entertained, but also more aware and committed to the fight for equality and inclusion.
We believe in the importance of innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to supporting and promoting the boldest and most original productions within the queer horror genre.
The Walpurgis Queer Horror Film Festival wants to be a festival for everyone, and we extend an open invitation to the community to join us. We want this to be a space where everyone feels welcome, where differences are celebrated and experiences are shared. Together, we create a festival that not only reflects the diversity of our society, but also celebrates and enhances it: a space where horror cinema meets diversity and inclusion.
We are committed to presenting a selection of films and works of art of the utmost quality within both the classics and new features, highlighting both emerging and renowned talented creators.
You can read our manifesto here.