Film Series
BAMkids Film Festival 2018
Single Tickets
In association with Northwest Film Forum, TIFF Kids™ International Film Festival, and The Jim Henson Foundation
Brooklyn’s favorite children’s film festival returns for its 20th year, presenting the best shorts and features from around the world—representing 31 countries in total. This year’s fun-filled program showcases curated selections from the top children’s festivals in North America and the renowned Jim Henson Foundation.
BAMcafé is open all day! Stop by before or after your screening for performances and a host of fun activities.
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These tales celebrate the moments when special places and powers are revealed out of the blue.
These animated nuggets offer lessons in being yourself and finding beauty in life's accidents.
These animated adventures remind us nothing beats being outdoors with friends and family.
A shorts program filled with vibrant colors and happy endings.
This imaginative program takes families on a journey through the magic of puppetry.
A charming international collection of shorts featuring a host of unforgettable characters.
Follow kids around the world as they navigate pivotal life changes that impact their future.
The inspiring kids in these shorts overcome challenges big and small to follow their dreams.
A documentary about an undisputed trailblazer in the animation world.
Learn to create and manipulate hybrid puppets in this advanced workshop.
Families enjoy a carnival of fun at the 20th annual BAMkids Film Festival.
Kids learn how to bring life and character to an imaginative array of puppets.