Film | Kids
Young Filmmakers Showcase
Virtual
Welcome to the first ever BAMkids Film Festival Young Filmmakers Showcase! Enjoy a selection of animated and live action shorts created by young filmmakers—age 13 or younger—from NYC and around the world.
Dir. Henry Dionne (age 7)
US
Mr. Frank, a busy garbage person, has a daily duty of picking up recycling. Today’s job is going to be a little wackier than usual!
Dirs. Ivan Božič (age 9), Karlo Šalej Eržen (age 9), Erik Zadnikar Filipčič (age 8) Ajda Marčun (age 8), Valentin Pop-Tasič (age 9)
Mentors: Jelena Dragutinović and Gašper Markun (Društvo Slon)
Slovenia
An exploration of the Švicarija Creative Center in Ljubljana, Slovenia through playful stop-motion.
Dir. Owen Niarhos-Perry (age 6)
US
A family goes to the beach, rides in boats, and sees a crab.
Dir. Teo Palumbo (age 11)
US
Think you know seagulls? There are loads of fun facts to discover about these birds.
Dir. Annie Hope (age 7)
US
A country girl works in harmony with nature, feeding, loving, and taking care of her animal friends.
Dir. Tjan Rozmarič (age 12)
Slovenia
Three short animations about robots. Or three robot stories about humans. Will they compute?
Dirs. Niko Štefe (age 10), Kiara Drolc (age 13), Jure Šantej (age 13) Mentors: Lea Vučko and Jelena Dragutinović (Društvo 2 koluta) J.
Slovenia
In the far future, a man and a dog are still best friends.
Dirs: Alma Medjugorac Menendez (12), Ivan Božič (9), Jan Primož Sevšek (10)
Mentors: Jelena Dragutinović and Gašper Markun (Društvo Slon)
Slovenia
This short film was inspired by the installation Black Market, made by Slovenian artist Andrej Škufca.
Dir. Evangelina Sarett (age 13)
Russian Federation
Even if you are the coolest bodybuilder, be modest and do not forget about safety!
Dir. Finnian Armstrong (age 5)
US
Five-year-old first-time filmmaker Finnian Armstrong takes viewers on a perilous stop-motion journey to our planet’s icy polar regions, made entirely from recycled material.
Dirs. Dorian Mahnič Dobrovoljc (age 11), Gleb Šavli (age 11), Zoja Isoski (age 12), Jara Sofija Ostan (age 12), Alma Medjugorac Menendez (age 12), Vitjan Drolc (age 10)
Mentors: Jelena Dragutinović and Lene Lekše (Društvo Slon)
Slovenia
Inspired by a Mongolian folk tale, this short film follows a determined young man and his friendly pet chicken.
Dir. Itzet Marquez (age 13)
US
We follow a young tomato on its way to be crowned king, from when it falls off the tomato plant, to when it climbs on the throne.
Dir. Anastasia Shinkarenko (age 9)
Ukraine
Vasilisa meets a little chicken and they become inseparable friends. But will their friendship withstand a test?
Dir. Charlie Southby (age 12)
UK
A conversation by a child during lockdown with his future self.
Stories of friendship and adventure come alive with vibrant colors, animals, and lots of music in this animated program, which reminds us that friends and family make the world go ‘round.
Join us on a trip around the world with these animated films from seven countries and meet a delightful mix of loveable characters.
Is there anything kids can’t do? In this lively mix of live-action and animated films, you’ll see what kids can accomplish—sometimes with a little help from important grown-ups, but mostly all on their own.
Play, relax, and restore with this series of free on-demand yoga workshops for the whole family, inspiring kids to get creative and encouraging adults to relax and recharge.
