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Arouca Film Festival features 40 works in competition

The festival stands out for its diversity of films from renowned directors and new talents.

6 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Arouca Film Festival will showcase 40 works in competition, according to festival director João Rita. This initiative serves as a comprehensive platform presenting films from various parts of the world.

João Rita emphasized that the event gathers works from established filmmakers and young talents, providing an opportunity to discover new voices in cinema.

In addition to cinematic diversity, the festival will also focus on relationships, as reported by Notícias ao Minuto, which highlighted this special aspect of the event. Further details about the competing works and the program are yet to be announced.

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