Shorts for the Entire Family

We’ve gathered comedy, drama, life lessons, and a few chills and thrills and wrapped them up in a nice, family-friendly package with this collection of shorts that can be enjoyed by children of all ages. Some films in this program deal with themes of death and loss. Parents should judge whether their young ones are prepared for such subject matter. We debated how to handle such films, but then realized we all grew up with Bambi and Old Yeller and thought we were better for it.

SHOWTIMES:
Sat Apr 28 12:00 PM - Landmark 3 (IMM Screening room)

Sun Apr 29 12:00 PM -  Key Cinemas 2

Tues May 1 12:00 PM Landmark (NUVO Screening Room)

BAD BROWN OWL
Scotland (Director: Zam Salim, 10 minutes)
Brownies Rosie and Bessie uncover the evil plans of their new troop and try to maintain Brownie law.

HIDDEN CREATURES
Australia (Director: Emma Humphreys, 28 minutes)
When her grandpa passes away, Clara is forced to choose between her family’s expectations and the truth of her own vibrant visions.

MAKING DO
U.S. (Director: Mary Tucker, 5 minutes)
A bored eight-year-old girl can’t get her busy mother’s attention and decides to change her focus.

MEAT THE CAMPBELLS
Scotland (Director: Simon Hynd, 9 minutes)
When Mark hears a rumor about the dietary habits of the new kid in school, the last thing he wants is to be invited to dinner.

THE RED BALLOON
U.S. (Director: Michael Oleson, 4 minutes)
A young boy enlists the aide of a balloon seller to send his mother a birthday wish.

RIDE OF THE MERGANSERS
U.S. (Director: Steve Furman, 11 minutes)
A heartwarming blend of nature documentary, humor, and suspense that will entertain, educate and leave you with a new-found respect for the phrase, “Leap of Faith”.

SAM AND PICCOLO
Australia (Director: Adam Walker, 15 minutes)
Friendship, greed, corruption, and irresponsible stewardship of the land are dealt with in this charming animated film.

THE WINDMILL BOY
England (Director: Dan Richards, 10 minutes)
A young boy imprisoned in the town’s windmill by strange, invading creatures plans his daring escape.