In partnership with Northwest Film Forum
It can sometimes be scary to be unapologetically yourself! These bold, inspiring shorts explore moments in which brave characters dazzle the world by showing their true colors. Kids’ passions, talents, and diverse backgrounds shine through in these international gems that celebrate individuality.
Please note: This year's festival is entirely film focused and does not include any live performances or workshops.
Head in the Clouds (2023)
Dir. Rémi Durin, 10min
France
In French with English subtitles
New York premiere
Alfonso, a young squirrel, always has his head in the clouds. He loves watching them float by and sometimes even takes snapshots. His parents and friends find it hard to take this hobby seriously, but cloud-gazing is not always easy. In fact, Alfonso sometimes has to be as brave as some of the great explorers of our times.
Gaps (2023)
Dir. Ruth Carnegie, 11min
US
In English
New York premiere
A young girl from a close-knit family finds herself at a crossroads between keeping her gapped front teeth or risking it all for the seemingly “perfect” smile.
A Tiny Voyage (2022)
Dir. Emily Worms, 8min
France
In French with English subtitles
New York premiere
John sees an extraordinary sight: Titi, his parakeet, is opening the door of his cage all by himself! Yet the bird doesn’t fly away… So John decides to help Titi overcome his fears and the pair set out on a tiny voyage.
Jojo - A Toad Musical (2022)
Dir. Chelsea J. Jolly, 9min
US
In English
New York premiere
This creative and musical portrait follows JoJo Nyaribo, a young nature lover and wildlife advocate, as he explores the meaning of biodiversity and stewardship in his own backyard.
Blèh (2022)
Dir. Tim Alards, 4min
Netherlands
Nonverbal
New York premiere
In the eyes of an imaginative preschooler, telephone users are like zombies.
Joyce’s Neighborhood (2023)
Dir. Richard O’Connor, 3min
US
In English
Mary Mills grew up as an only child in the 60s in a quiet neighborhood near Santa Monica, California. Although Mary didn’t have siblings to play with, she was never lonely. There were plenty of children nearby and they all wanted to be at her house to hang out with Mary’s mother, Joyce Carter Mills.
One Week To Go - Emilie (2023)
Dir. Eva Krol, 15min
Netherlands
In Dutch with English subtitles
East Coast premiere
Emelie has been almost completely blind for six months due to a brain tumor. She really wants to walk to school on her own again. However, she can only do so with a white cane, and she has to cross a few dangerous intersections. Will she be able to walk to school safely all by herself?
The Rainbow Dung Beetle (2022)
Dirs. Ellen Mowat & Cole Dupzyk, 7min
US
In English
New York premiere
Accustomed to camouflaging himself with mud to hide from predators, Desmond the dung beetle learns from his new neighbors that his true colors can be used to his advantage.
Shark or Hyena (2023)
Dir. Britt Dunse, 15min
Germany
In German with English subtitles
East Coast premiere
Set on a fictional North Sea island, a young girl sets out on an adventure to look for the invisible elf who guards her family’s farm in this courageous story about the power of trust and magical connection.
The Girl with the Red Beret (2023)
Dir. Janet Perlman, 5min
Canada
No dialogue, singing in French
New York premiere
A girl takes a wild ride on the metro in Montreal.
The Rock Pool Waltz (2021)
Dir. Marlon Denning, 8min
Australia
In English
During Covid lockdown, 14 year old filmmaker Marlon, records his affinity with nature to ease his loneliness, which leads to an incredible friendship.
Set on a fictional North Sea island, a young girl sets out on an adventure to look for the invisible elf who guards her family’s farm in this courageous story about the power of trust and magical connection.
The Girl with the Red Beret (2023)
Dir. Janet Perlman, 5min
Canada
No dialogue, singing in French
New York premiere
A girl takes a wild ride on the metro in Montreal.
The Rock Pool Waltz (2021)
Dir. Marlon Denning, 8min
Australia
In English
During Covid lockdown, 14 year old filmmaker Marlon, records his affinity with nature to ease his loneliness, which leads to an incredible friendship.
UPCOMING Screenings
RUNNING TIME
95min
VENUE
TICKET INFORMATION
General Admission: $14
Members: $9
Children: $10
Leadership support for
BAM Access Programs provided by
the Jerome L. Greene Foundation
Leadership support for
BAM Film provided by
the Ford Foundation and
The Thompson Family Foundation
