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BAMkids Film Festival 2024

Feb 3—Feb 4, 2024
    Part of
  • BAM Film 2024
  • and
  • BAMkids Winter/Spring 2024
Courage and creativity collide at this family-friendly event featuring some of this year’s best short films for kids from around the world! With work by over 50 filmmakers, one of Brooklyn’s favorite BAMkids traditions returns for the 26th year with the latest and greatest animated, live action, and documentary gems. Let kids’ imaginations run wild as heroes of every kind boldly forge their own path in these outrageously fun and inspiring tales.

Includes films with English subtitles.

Please note: This year's festival is entirely film focused and does not include any live performances or workshops.
In association with Northwest Film Forum and Melbourne International Animation Festival

Venue
BAM Rose Cinemas, Peter Jay Sharp Building lobby

Age
3+

On-Sale Dates:
Thu, Jan 11 at 1pm
BAM Members & Patrons
Tue, Jan 16 at 1pm:
General Public

Price
Adults: $14; Member: $9; Children: $10



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Tue, Jan 16 at 1pm:
General Public

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