Catch the best short films from around the world for ages 8+!
Presented by the New York International Children's Film Festival, Big Kid Flicks is full of challenges big and small. With obstacles like training for the paralympics and selling ties across the countryside, this program is full of vibrancy and adventure.
Part of Fireflies, a family-friendly film series.
Swimming with Butterflies
United States, Karl Stetler, 2024, 8 min
In English
After missing bronze by 1/100th of a second at the 2016 Paralympic games, Austin-based swimmer Lizzi Smith shares what’s bringing her back to the pool–and bringing hope to the next generation.
The Drifting Guitar
France and Switzerland, Sophie Roze, 2024, 31 min
In French and Spanish with English subtitles
A tie-selling weasel roams the countryside and decides to take a chance in the forest thanks to the unconditional help of a hedgehog.
The Refusers
Netherlands, Wiep Teeuwisse, 2024, 3 min
In Dutch with English subtitles
A mattress laments. An old paper dances.
Tremolo
Germany, Leonard Mink, 2024, 21 min
In German with English subtitles
A deaf boy and his father must find common language after a long time apart.
Not Rated. 1 hour 1 minute
https://www.watervillecreates.org/shows/fireflies-nyicff-big-kid-flicks/
This film is eligible for the Youth Arts Access Fund. Call the Box Office at 207.873.7000 to obtain YAAF tickets.
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