# Sitges Film Festival 59th edition

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> Updated: 2026-10-09T17:22:24.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

The 59th Sitges Film Festival has opened in Spain, featuring a program centered on fantasy, science fiction, and horror genres. The inaugural gala included a tribute to the late Filmax founder Julio Fernández and presented the David Gregory Industry Award.

The festival is marking several cinematic milestones, including the 50th anniversary of the film ‘Carrie’ with a 4K restored screening. Additionally, the event is honoring the 50th anniversary of the Spanish horror classic ‘¿Quién puede matar a un niño?’ (Who Can Kill a Child?). This tribute includes a 4K restoration of the film and the documentary ‘El último recreo’, which examines the film’s history and filming locations.

Notable honorees and award recipients at the festival include Peter Jackson, Danny DeVito, Kevin Bacon, Kyra Sedgwick, Amy Irving, Bárbara Rey, and Alejandro Amenábar.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-09: Sitges Film Festival honors 50 years of Spanish horror classic

The Sitges Film Festival is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Spanish horror classic ‘¿Quién puede matar a un niño?’ with a 4K restoration and a commemorative documentary.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sitges-film-festival-honors-50-years-of-spanish-horror-classic

### 2026-10-09: Sitges Film Festival opens 59th edition with tribute to Julio Fernández

The 59th Sitges Film Festival has launched in Spain, featuring a tribute to Filmax founder Julio Fernández and honoring stars like Peter Jackson and Kevin Bacon.

9 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/sitges-film-festival-opens-with-tribute-to-filmax-founder-julio-fernndez

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