MONSTRA - Lisbon Animation Festival
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MONSTRA – Lisbon Animation Festival is Portugal’s major international animation festival, founded in 2000 and known for presenting the best animated films from around the world. It is notable for its broad reach, strong industry recognition, and citywide program of competitions, retrospectives, exhibitions, masterclasses, workshops, and talks that connect animation with other arts. The festival screens hundreds of films each year and has become a key meeting point for animated cinema in the European festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+20 pts)
- 26 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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