Fantaspoa 2026 to Mark Milestone with Anniversary Screenings of Brian De Palma’s ‘Carrie’ and F.W. Murnau’s ‘Faust’

Fantaspoa returns from April 8th through the 26th of this year, proudly reiterating its position as one of the world’s foremost showcases of genre cinema.

In its 22nd edition, the festival celebrates two major milestones in fantastic film history: the 50th anniversary of Brian De Palma‘s Carrie and the centenary of Faust, the German Expressionist classic from F. W. Murnau!

The theme of this year’s Fantaspoa pays tribute to the symbolic and visual power of Carrie. The official poster was created by artist Elizabeth Schuch, who also serves as the festival’s art director. Inspired by the striking imagery and emotional intensity of the 1976 film and the art of Gustave Doré that influenced Sissy Spacek’s interpretation of the character, Elizabeth Schuch developed an aesthetic concept that evokes the psychological horror and dramatic force that established the film as a genre landmark. The homage reflects Fantaspoa’s ongoing commitment to honoring the legacy of fantastic cinema while fostering its continual reinvention.

As has become tradition, the festival will open with a special live-scored screening. On April 8th, Fantaspoa’s official opening event will feature Faust (1926), F. W. Murnau’s German Expressionist masterpiece, presented in celebration of its 100th anniversary. The screening will take place at Instituto Ling and will feature a newly composed live score by Argentinian guitarist and composer Germán Suane.

The 22nd edition of Fantaspoa will present a robust program of more than 200 films — including 85 feature films — alongside lectures, masterclasses, panel discussions, and social events such as its beloved Costume Party Cruise. Among the selected feature films are ten World Premieres, eight International Premieres, 42 Latin American Premieres, eleven Brazilian Premieres, and ten Regional Premieres, representing productions from 41 countries.