BOSTON INTERNATIONAL KIDS FILM FESTIVAL
November 6-8, 2015 | The Seaport World Trade Center, Boston
A Festival for Families of Greater Boston
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FILMMAKERS COLLABORATIVE
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THE FESTIVAL IS AT THE SEAPORT WORLD TRADE CENTER —IN THE HEART OF BOSTON’S INNOVATION DISTRICT.
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Welcome to the 3rd Annual Boston International Kids Film Festival On behalf of all our filmmakers, sponsors, partners and the entire team at Filmmakers Collaborative, we would like to welcome you to the 3rd annual Boston International Kids Film Festival. We are grateful that you have chosen to be with us this weekend. We have spent the past year assembling what we hope is a wonderful program of feature films, documentaries, shorts and workshops. Our team of reviewers has selected 80 of the best and brightest films, all FOR or BY kids. These include a particularly impressive array of student-made films including At the Other End, from Canada, Tehila from Israel and Mimi and Bobby, made here in Boston. Our selection of feature-length documentaries includes Bite Size, which tells the story of four inspiring kids from diverse backgrounds who are fighting for their health one day at a time. The Year We Thought About Love is a film that celebrates the powerful work of a Boston LGBTQ troupe, True Colors. We are also pleased to be able to share a never before seen version of a Walt Disney biography, produced by Sarah Colt for WGBH in Boston. We believe that it is the workshops at the BIKFF that really set us apart from other film festivals. This year we will offer hands-on instruction by leaders in the fields of social media, animation, and GoPro movie-making. Additionally, we are proud to offer MEDIA GIRLS, a workshop led by Michelle Cove, where “girls give media the makeover” and discussions will be led by producers of films focused on topics ranging from food allergies to autism. Pulling all of this together has been no small feat and there is no way we could have done it on our own. Our deepest thanks go to all who have made this possible: Anne Damphousse-Feilteau and Mike Brennan of Stormship for going above and beyond their role as graphic designers too many times to mention, our interns Olivia Osiecki and Lily Straight, our editor Elissa Mintz, our location manager Donna Guran, the marketing team of Callanan & Klein, the staff at the Seaport World Trade Center, our board members, film festival committee members, reviewers and festival volunteers for donating your time and passion to the BIKFF. A huge thanks also to our sponsors: Mystic Artists Films Productions for believing in our vision from the very beginning, The British School of Boston for sponsoring our opening night block of student films, our media sponsor The Boston Globe and all of our other sponsors who you will see listed throughout the program book. Thank you all! Most of all, we would like to thank you for coming. Ultimately, filmmaking is about the audience. Your attendance and enjoyment is what has allowed us to get to get to our 3rd anniversary and is what will allow us to offer the BIKFF for many years to come.
Thank you again! Enjoy! Laura Azevedo Stephanie Mills Festival Directors
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Table of Contents Welcome Letter..........................................................3 Ticket Information......................................................4 Sponsors & Partners..................................................5 Films............................................................................6-13 Schedule of Events.....................................................14-16 More Films..................................................................18-20 Workshops..................................................................22-23 Awards ........................................................................25 About FC and BIKFF...................................................25
Ticket Information TICKET PRICING Weekend Pass (for all Festival events)
$60.00
Day Pass (Saturday or Sunday)
$30.00
Block of Shorts
$15.00
Feature Film or Film/Discussion
$12.00
Workshops $15.00
MERCHANDISE
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BIKFF short-sleeve T-shirt
$15.00
BIKFF long-sleeve T-shirt
$20.00
We accept payment by cash, check or charge (MC, VISA, AMEX). Make checks payable to Filmmakers Collaborative.
Sponsors and Partners
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Films 2x4 Directed by: Ismael Diallo | 3 min | USA | Short
This piece explores the art of skateboarding by mixing images of my friends with the music by Drug Rug. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
A Christmas Star Directed by: Richard Elson | 72 min | United Kingdom | Feature
Born under the Christmas Star, Noelle believes she has the gift to perform miracles, so when conniving developer McKerrod threatens her peaceful life she and her friends determine to use this gift to thwart his plans and save their village. Showtime: Friday 7:30pm
A Crash Course in Talking Directed by: Josef Rodriguez | 10 min | USA | Short, Documentary
A documentary about the trials and tribulations of being a stutterer. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am [ Shown as part of film block ]
A Most Annoying Ghost Directed by: Damien Sung | 3 min | United Kingdom | Short
It’s not the sort of thing I boast, but in my house there lives a ghost. This is silly, Daddy said, all this stuff is in your head. The ghost is real, not in my head, I think it lives beneath my bed. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Adeelah Directed by: Saskia Cohen | 8 min | USA | Short
An Israeli and Palestinian young woman re-connect years after befriending each other as children in New York City. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
American Experience: Walt Disney Directed by: Sarah Colt | 90 min | USA | Documentary
This never before seen, 90-minute version of the PBS documentary offers an unprecedented look at the life and legacy of Walt Disney, one of America’s most influential and enduring storytellers. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm
An Awesome New Year Directed by: Joao Batista Melov | 18 min | Brazil | Short
At that time, white men took black people from Africa to sell them as slaves. This is the story of three African princesses and their baby sister, who were taken from their village to a faraway land. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Anxiety Directed by: Hugo Vicente | 5 min | USA | Short
A young girl living with an anxiety disorder struggles through the daily challenges in her life, only to find a mysterious being is obstructing her, and will stop at nothing to keep her in the shadows. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films At the Other End Directed by: Charlie Skuy | 10 min | Canada | Short
A mother son struggle to regain their lives after their father leaves them. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Aurelie Laflamme - Somewhat grounded Directed by: Louise Chamberland | 113 min | Canada | Feature, subtitled
In her previous adventures, Aurelie Laflamme was looking for her place in the universe. Two years later, she is now looking for her place in life. We meet her at the end of high school, where she faces the obstacles and rites of passage of this incredible stage of life. Senior year: a year bursting with choices, where she discovers the difference between dreams and reality, where she must set aside a past that she is not ready to leave, before she jumps into the unknown, into her future. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm
Bite Size Directed by: Corbin Billings | 87 min | USA | Documentary
America’s battle against childhood obesity is an issue too big for many to fully comprehend. With one in three children overweight, the epidemic is sweeping our nation at an unforgiving rate. But in spite of these odds, Bite Size showcases the stories of four inspiring kids from diverse backgrounds who are fighting for their health one day at a time. Proving that it’s not just about the number on a scale, what really matters is learning what keeps you active and makes you happy. Showtime: Saturday 1:00pm
Bounce Directed by: Rory Lowe | 10 min | United Kingdom | Short
A heart-warming tale of a 5-year-old girl’s Trials and Tribulations trying to attain her Hearts desire; the Bounciest Ball in the World Ever! Of course the reality is never quite the same as your imagination. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Bumblebees Directed by: Jenna Kanell | 4 min | USA | Short
Despite being told as a child he would never speak or walk, Vance accomplished what doctors thought was impossible. But now he has a new challenge: dating. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am [ Film and Discussion]
Celling Your Soul Directed by: Joni Siani | 72 min | United Kingdom | Documentary
An honest conversation about our love/hate relationship with our devices from young adults who were the first to experience the digital shift. This empowering film exposes the shaping effects of digital socialization on an entire generation and then offers solutions and strategies for balancing the demands of our 24/7 connectivity Showtime: Sunday 1:00pm [ Film and Discussion ]
Cows (Moosic Video) Directed by: Sandra Boynton | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
A simple and stylish animation by Sandra Boynton. The song ‘COWS’ – an all-out Broadway number performed by sincere yet overambitious bovines – was written by Boynton with Michael Ford, and is the bestselling track on the wildly popular platinum-selling Boynton/Ford album Philidelphia Chickens. The song is performed by The Seldom Herd (an enthusiastic fictitious group.) Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
[ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
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Films Crayons Directed by: Giovanna Sarquis | 8 min | USA | Short
Two year old Jimmy, persists in drawing despite his father’s restrictions. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
[ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Curt Lowens: A Life of Changes Directed by: Tammy Shine | 6 min | USA | Short, Documentary
Students in the Righteous Conversations Digital Storytelling Workshop worked collaboratively with mentor filmmakers and animators (Alyssa Sherwood, Cosmo Segurson, and Cheri Gaulke) to bring to the screen Holocaust Survivor Curt Lowens’ story of escape and resistance during World War II. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Dancing with Nureyev Directed by: Abraham Heisler | 16 min | USA | Short
Guided and inspired by the tangible spirit of the legendary dancer Rudolf Nureyev, an impetuous young ballerina struggles to achieve her first professional breakthrough. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Daughter of an Ocean Directed by: Kintan Chauhan | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
By remembering the story of a fish told by her mother, Daughter ‘Suni’ realizes that the story was not just about little fish who wanted to live freely, but was meant for her to understand that she should live her life with freedom, as her mother never did. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Death is a Salesman Directed by: Jason Miller | 3 min | USA | Short
The time has come and Death is at the door but Jackson is not ready.. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Drawing Inspiration Directed by: Audrey Larson | 4 min | USA | Short
After losing her little brother, a grieving young artist, Jordyn, receives an anonymous letter and gift — one small gesture that has a larger impact than the sender could imagine. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
EmBarked Directed by: Mikel Mugica Amann | 4 min | Canada | Short, Animation
A tree house embarks on a journey to find his lost friend. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
End & Eternity Directed by: Yoomi Kim | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
It is needless to say one must live a worthwhile and meaningful life. Unlike a machine, a man should leave behind fruitful jobs and worthwhile accomplishments. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
[ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Everything Unresolved Directed by: John Kohler | 7 min | USA | Short
A teenage couple discusses the future, their fears, and the paths they will be taking. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films Frankie Directed by: Riccardo Cellottini | 8 min | United Kingdom | Short
Frankie is a young boy who spends his time studying chess theory and reading books. Joe is a cheerful elderly man that often plays chess and listens to his radio in the park. One day Frankie is getting picked on by some older boys, and while running away he meets Joe. The two form a friendship over chess and books. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Ghost Army Directed by: Rick Beyer | 70 min | USA | Documentary
During World War II, a hand-picked group of American GI’s undertook a bizarre mission: create a traveling road show of deception on the battlefields of Europe, with the German Army as their audience. The 23rd Headquarters Special Troops used inflatable rubber tanks, sound trucks, and dazzling performance art to bluff the enemy again and again, often right along the front lines. Showtime: Friday 10:00am
Harmony Brooks and the Case of the Missing Nucleus Directed by: Whitney Clinkscales | 7 min | USA | Short
Harmony Brooks, a too smart for her own good 8 year old, is a participant in the biggest science fair Machen Elementary School has ever seen but someone has sabotaged her project! After accusing her family of thievery, Harmony heads the investigation of a lifetime, but what she ends up discovering is far more astonishing than anyone could have ever imagined! Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Him, Her and the Wanderer Directed by: Jacarrea Garraway | 6 min | USA | Short
A young couple’s afternoon at their favorite cafe is disrupted by a phone call and a wanderer. The result of these encounters causes the teens to be exposed to a different side of reality. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
How I Got Made Directed by: Tracy Facelli | 25 min | USA | Short
In 1981, young Gaby learns lessons about loyalty, the movies and family. She puts these new skills to work in a unique way as she helps her younger brother defeat the school bully after watching “The Godfather” with their Dad. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
I Am Superman Directed by: John Kohler | 3 min | USA | Short
A Superman action figure longs to have the powers of the real Superman. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
I’ve just had a dream Directed by: Javi Navarro | 7 min | Spain | Short
Irene is eight and she just woke up from a horrible dream. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Imaginapped Directed by: Stian Hafstad | 13 min | USA | Short
When her imaginary friend is kidnapped, Olivia has to go on an epic quest to get him back. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films It All Evens Out Directed by: Reid Merzbacher | 8 min | USA | Short
Jack Aaronson discovers the repercussions of his actions when people begin having negative reactions to his way of life. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Julia Julep Directed by: Alana Cymerman | 7 min | Canada | Short
On a stop home from her mother’s funeral, 6 year old Julia disappears into Dr. Julep’s, a giant orange snack bar rumored to contain a magic potion. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Just Breathe Directed by: Julie Bayer Salzman | 4 min | USA | Short, Documentary
A lesson on anger, neuroscience and meditation from a group of elementary school kids. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Kharisma Directed by: Shannon Murphy| 13 min | Australia | Short
A young and darkly funny story of a girl desperate for the limelight and the magical discovery she makes that could secure her fame and fortune should she choose to use it. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
La Mosca (The Fly) Directed by: Marco Di Gerlando | 8 min | Italy | Short
Carlotta and her class have been assigned the task to draw animals starting with the M. While the rest of the kids have no problem drawing them, Carlotta is experiencing an artistic block. Finally, when she gets the idea of the animal she is going to draw. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Lilly’s Big Day Directed by: Xstine Cook | 5 min | Canada | Short
Lilly, a 10 foot tall orange monster, steps out for a special day at Wilma’s Super Salon. What could go wrong? Patrons gasp and stylists glitch as the affable giant bumbles her way through a beauty ritual like no other. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Magenta Directed by: Josef Rodriguez | 14 min | USA | Short
A gay teen, Beck, struggles to confront his sexuality and growing feelings for his closest friend, a straight skater named Charles who has always been popular with girls. As Beck’s feelings grow stronger, he must decide what’s more important: risking his friendship with Charles, or remaining silent. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Magical Directed by: Alayna D’Amico, LIzzy Embick, Jack Kelly, Liam Mulcahy | 8 min | USA | Short
When Will can’t seem to get a girlfriend, his fairy “godmother” decides to help. But, when push comes to shove, can Will still manage to win the heart of Anna and keep his friendship with his fairy godmother in tact? Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Masha’Allah Directed by: Molly Simmons | 8 min | USA | Short
A young muslim girl discovers herself amidst oppression from her family and peers while finding a voice through her art and writing. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films Member of Parliament Directed by: Vincent Straggas | 70 min | USA | Documentary
Facing insurmountable odds, including corruption, poverty and the HIV epidemic, this film follows the lives of several students in Uganda. The biggest obstacle for them is receiving the education that is necessary to achieve their goals. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am
Miles and the Monsters Directed by: Dionisio Traverso | 14 min | USA | Short
A lonely boy meets a friendly monster who lives in his backyard, but the Monster’s home is under attack by his father’s landscaping. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Mimi & Bobby Directed by: Margaret Gil | 6 min | USA | Short, Documentary
An audio/visual retelling of the story of how grandparents met. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Mr. K’s New House Directed by: Enson Huang | 4 min | Taiwan | Short, Animation
Mr. K decides to build a new house in the tranquil hills to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. Just as he prepares to relax, however, he is repeatedly disturbed by animals looking for help with their various housing problems. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Mustard Directed by: Annie Chen | 3 min | Taiwan | Short, Animation
It’s a simple animated short about a corgi dog named Mustard. He adores his owner, Tom, so much that he starts behaving like him when he goes off to work. Mustard is also guilty for stalking Tom online by reading private messages. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
[ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Monster Fish: In Search of the Last River Giants Directed by: Daniel Gies | 5 min | Canada | Short, Animation
‘I wish there was a real, live monster fish out there… maybe there is?’ Join a young boy as he muses and imagines his way through the wonderfully real world of fresh water giants. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
North Directed by: Natasha Soto | 8 min | USA | Short
In this dark fairytale, two young children venture into the forest to try and find the mother that has left them behind. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Noted Directed by: Eli Staub | 3 min | USA | Short
The trials and tribulations of classroom romance Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Nowhere Directed by: I-Cheng Lee | 3 min | USA | Short
To be happy or not happy, people have the choices of their own lives and thoughts. This project shows that positive thinking could lead to better lives through her example. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films Page Header Here On the Wing Directed by: Jerry Casagrande | 89 min | USA | Feature
Four teens uncover a plot by a corrupt politician and her oilman sidekick to slaughter bald eagles to get at the oil beneath their nesting grounds. One teen, Will Ryburn, is the son of a powerful Senator and heir to an oil fortune. He and his friends must use all their bravery, wisdom, unique talents, and even a bit of eco-terrorism to save the birds, heal Will’s relationship with his father, and maybe even change the future! Showtime: Sunday 12:00pm
One True Yarn Directed by: Wilson Becton | 7 min | USA | Short
A red ball of yarn escapes a New York apartment building and finds love and adventure in the big city. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Perfect Piggies Directed by: Sandra Boynton | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
In Sandra Boynton’s first-ever 3D animation, five harmonizing pigs sing a lively ‘a cappella’ swing song about their own perfect selves. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
[ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Play Date Directed by: Paige Morrow Kimball | 15 min | USA | Short
When a little girl discovers a homeless woman in her backyard she invites her inside for a play date, which goes unnoticed by her distracted parents. ‘Play Date’ invites us to take a deeper look at ourselves and explores what being ‘homeless’ really means. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Pop Star Puppy Directed by: Andrew Van Slee | 82 min | USA | Feature
Twelve year old Austin Brown’s family is always on the move so he has a hard time fitting in. life is suddenly turned upside down when he discovers that Dino his new dog can SING! Showtime: Saturday 1:00pm
Porcelain Directed by: Samantha Smith | 10 min | USA | Short
Porcelain, set in the year 1910, follows a little girl, Isabella as she is forced to deal with the fatal illness of her mother. One night, after receiving a very special gift, Isabella falls into a deep sleep and finds herself stuck in a dream world that warns her of an imminent tragedy. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Puddle Directed by: Anna Rose Brennan | 1 min | USA | Short
A magical puddle turns the world into color.. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Roadkill Directed by: Jack McGrath | 4 min | Australia | Short
Roadkill is what Australian’s call the dead animals you find on the side of the road. This short film is about a hitchhiker who is desperate for a lift on a lonely outback highway. The question is will she end up as roadkill herself? Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films Sally’s Way Directed by: Joanne Johnson | 74 min | Trinidad and Tobago | Feature
Set in the lush, Caribbean island of Trinidad, Sally is an 12-year-old HIV/AIDS orphan growing up with her grandmother, who falls ill. Sally is taken in by the family with whom her grandmother works as a maid and shows herself to be a girl who is strong and brave and true. She shows that a child can have vision and find agency in the adult world. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am
Sandcastle Directed by: Rob Feld | 14 min | USA | Short
Faced with obstacles big and small, some out of her control, a young girl builds a sand castle. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Sir Knight of Nothing Directed by: Georden Whitman | 4 min | USA | Short, Animation
A blue knight follows a butterfly blindly up a tower, conquering what no knight has ever done before. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Siyaya - Come wild with us: Search for the Big Seven Part 1 - The Garden of Eden Directed by: Francois Odendaal | 26 min | South Africa | Short
A fast-paced adventure to fascinating places in and around South Africa’s national parks. In each episode a zany professor takes a group of children to explore one of South Africa’s national parks Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Stealth Directed by: Melissa Hoppe | 22 min | USA | Short
Sammy is a transgender child. She was born a boy but is living in stealth, as a girl, with the support of her mother and a doctor. At her new school, Sammy finds the friends she has always dreamed of having and tells them her secret in confidence. When the threat of a betrayal arises, Sammy must decide whether to run or to live as her whole self. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Summer In The Water Directed by: Remii Huang | 11 min | USA | Short
The night before her wedding, a daughter uncovers a sore spot in the relationship with her father.. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Teen Press Directed by: T.C. Johnstone | 30 min | USA | Documentary
A documentary about one semester of the Santa Barbara Middle School Teen Press program. The film follows the selection process and initial training, as well as multiple interviews - with celebrities and unknown heroes alike - throughout the United States.] Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Film and Discussion ]
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Schedule
Features & Documentaries
When
Shorts
Workshops
What
Run Time
in Minutes
Where
Friday, November 6 Theatre doors open
5:30 pm
Student Films Program 1 Film Block/ Q&A
7:00 - 9:00 pm
7:30 - 9:00 pm
Seaport Amphitheater
S
2x4
3
S
Adeelah
8
S
At the Other End
10
S
Daughter of an Ocean
3
S
Death is a Salesman
3
S
Him, Her and the Wanderer
6
S
I Am Superman
3
S
It All Evens Out
8
S
Mimi & Bobby
6
S
Noted
3
S
Stealth
22
S
Summer In The Water
11
S
The Red Magition
1
F
A Christmas Star
78
Federal Complex
F
The Legend of Longwood
99
Seaport Amphitheater
Saturday, November 7 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Animated Shorts Film Block and Workshop
10:00am - 12:00 pm
14
Federal Complex
S
A Most Annoying Ghost
3
S
COWS (Moosic Video)
3
S
Crayons
8
S
End & Eternity
3
S
Mr. K’s New House
4
S
Mustard
3
S
Perfect Piggies
3
S
The Peacock Who Wanted To Be A Star
3
S
The Visitors
1
S
Trick or Treat
5
S
Waiting
2
10:00 am - 11:30 am
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Social Media Bootcamp WORKSHOP
Back Bay Complex
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
W
MEDIAGIRLS WORKSHOP
Back Bay Complex
1:00 pm -2:30 pm
F
Pop Star Puppy
82
Federal Complex
1:00 pm -3:00 pm
D
Bite Size
87
Seaport Amphitheater
1:30 pm -3:00 pm
W
GoPro 101 WORKSHOP
4:00 pm -6:00 pm
D
The Year We Thought About Love
Back Bay Complex 70
Back Bay Complex
Schedule When
What
Run Time
in Minutes
Where
Saturday, November 8 Shorts Program 1 Film Block
4:00 pm -6:00 pm S
An Awesome New Year
18
S
Frankie
8
S
I’ve just had a dream
7
S
Julia Julep
7
S
Kharisma
13
S
Play Date
15
Student Films Program 1I Film Block/ Q&A
4:00 - 6:00 pm
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Federal Complex
Seaport Amphitheater
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Curt Lowens: A Life of Changes
6
S
Imaginapped
13
S
Magical
8
S
Masha’Allah
8
S
Miles and the Monster
14
S
Nowhere
3
S
Tehila
17
S
The Good, The Bad and the Willy
3
S
The Skin I’m In
6
S
The Truth Is...,
3
S
What’s the First Step?
6
S
Where I Left
7
D
American Experience: Walt Disney
90
Shorts Program 1I Film Block
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Back Bay Complex
S
Bounce
10
S
Dancing with Nureyev
16
S
Harmony Brooks and the Case of the Missing Nucleus
7
S
How I Got Made
25
S
La Mosca (The Fly)
8
S
One True Yarn
7
S
The Tale of the Coconut
15
S
Ticketed
15
International Feature
7:00 - 9:00 pm F
Aurelie Laflamme - Somewhat grounded
Seaport Amphitheater
Federal Complex 113
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Schedule When
What
Run Time
in Minutes
Where
Sunday, November 8 Overcoming Challenges Film Block/Discussion
10:00 - 11:30 am
A Crash Course in Talking
10
S
Bumblebees
4
S
Voices Unlocked: A True Story
6
S
You Matter
12
10:00 am - 11:30 am
F
Sally’s Way
74
Back Bay Complex
10:00 am - 11:30 am
D
Member of Parliament
67
Lighthouse
12:00 - 2:00 pm
F
On The Wing
89
Lighthouse
1:00 - 2:30 pm
D
That Bites Film/Discussion
74
Federal Complex
1:00 - 2:30 pm
D
Celling Your Soul Film/Discussion
67
Back Bay Complex
3:00 - 4:00 pm
D
Teen Press Film/Discussion
89
Federal Complex
Shorts Program III Film Block
3:00 - 4:00 pm
5:00pm
Back Bay Complex
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Just Breathe
4
S
North
8
S
Porcelain
10
S
Sandcastle
14
S
Siyaya - Come wild with us
26
S
The Distant Touch
5
S
Theodora
5
Student Films Program III Film Block
3:00 - 4:30 pm
16
Federal Complex
S
Lighthouse
S
Anxiety
5
S
Drawing Inspiration
4
S
EmBarked
7
S
Lilly’s Big Day
5
S
Magenta
14
S
Puddle
1
S
Roadkill
4
S
Sir Knight of Nothing
4
S
The Search for the Monster of Lake Quannapowitt
3
Awards Ceremony
Lighthouse
GlobeDocs
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Films Tehila Directed by: Eilat Ben Eliyahu | 17 min | Israel | Short
Tehila, a 12 years old girl, is quite not popular at school. When she accidentally hears the popular girls talking about a party planned for tonight, she decides she’s going to be there. This is her chance to elevate her social position. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
That Bites! Directed by: Jack Yonover | 44 min | USA | Documentary
A documentary made by a 12 year old boy about the fears and frustrations of food allergies from the perspective of kids. Showtime: Sunday 1:00pm [ Film and Discussion ]
The Distant Touch Directed by: Jun Chen | 4 min | USA | Short, Animation
The Distant Touch is a 2D animation about a baby fox’s quest to find his mother. It shows the inner world of an animal that has been destroyed by human beings. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Good, The Bad and the Willy Directed by: Gregory Aragon, Kevin Castro, Willy Rivera | 3 min | USA | Short
Willy breaks up with his girlfriend and turns to his boys for support. What he gets is something a bit different from what he expected. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Legend of Longwood Directed by: Lisa Mulcahy | 99 min | Ireland | Feature
Mickey Merill, a single minded young girl is dragged from the bustle of New York City to a remote corner of Ireland where she finds the people swamped by the curse of a Black Knight seeking redemption. It is Mickey’s destiny to free the people from this curse and in doing so she goes on a thrilling adventure of mysterious happenings and challenging feats where she must overcome the most ruthless of enemies as well as her own denial about her past. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am
The Peacock Who Wanted To Be A Star Directed by: Danielle Heitmuller | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
Peacock wants to be a superstar, but with his unique voice, he is finding it a challenge. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
The Red Magition Directed by: Julian Nowik | 1 min | USA | Short
Bobthegorilla.co brings you a blob of clay that uses the power of stop-motion animation to make magic. Showtime: Friday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Search for the Monster of Lake Quannapowitt Directed by: Sarah Lynne Reul | 3 min | USA | Short, Animation
Lake Quannapowitt doesn’t have a monster. Or does it? Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Skin I’m In Directed by: Rajaiah Jones | 6 min | USA | Short
Three black females share their experiences on life, insecurities and what it means to be beautiful. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
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Films The Tale of the Coconut Directed by: Marc Thümmler | 15 min | Germany | Short
The kids of the small island Karawara will tell you an old fairy tale from their home: the South Pacific. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Truth Is... Directed by: Real to Reel Film School | 3 min | USA | Short
Students from the Real to Reel Film School’s Take One group talk about the truth and what it means to be a Middle Schooler. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Visitors Directed by: Philip Watts | 1 min | Australia | Short, Animation
A man’s home is his castle. But not for long… Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of film block ]
The Year We Thought About Love Directed by: Ellen Brodsky | 70 min | USA | Documentary
This feature-length documentary film celebrates the powerful work of a Boston LGBTQ troupe, True Colors: OUT Youth Theater, as they write a play about love. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Followed by Q&A with cast members and filmmaker Ellen Brodsky! ]
Theodora Directed by: Mike Makowsky | 5 min | USA | Short
A resourceful young girl prepares dinner for a friend. Showtime: Sunday 3:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Ticketed Directed by: Shantal Freedman | 15 min | USA | Short
Jackie, a small-town beat cop, longs for a life of action and excitement. When an old man, a stolen lotto ticket, and a group of thieves finally provide the opportunity, she questions just what it is she wants. Showtime: Saturday 7:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Trick or Treat Directed by: Debbie Stone | 5 min | USA | Short, Animation
It’s Halloween night as usual for three trick-or-treaters until they come to a house with no lights on. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
Voices Unlocked: A True Story Directed by: Johnathan Newport | 6 min | USA | Documentary
The younger brother of a teen with non-speaking autism creates a short documentary to raise awareness of the unappreciated abilities of people with autism, while also highlighting the “Rapid Prompt Method” or “RPM”, a new form of therapy that is opening the world of autistics and changing perceptions of them at the same time. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am [ Film and Discussion ]
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Films Waiting Directed by: Will Kim | 17 min | Israel | Short, Animation
‘Waiting’ is Will Kim’s short watercolor animation film about different reasons and ways of waiting, dedicated to his friend, Simon who passed away after a long, brave, and patient fight with a rare illness. Showtime: Saturday 10:00am [ Shown as part of Animation Workshop ]
What’s the First Step? Directed by: Ayanna Marte | 6 min | USA | Short
A conversation with three dancers on why they pursue their passion. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
Where I Left Directed by: Tristan Surman | 7 min | Canada | Short
This is a coming of age film about a boy who is leaving the city he grew up in. He says goodbye to his friends, and his city alike. This comes with varying reactions from his friends. Told through the black and white lense of a filmmaker romanticizing his city, just like the character. Showtime: Saturday 4:00pm [ Shown as part of film block ]
You Matter Directed by: Genevieve Stonebridge | 12 min | Canada | Short, Documentary
You Matter is an informative documentary for kids and youth who have a sibling with cancer. Join Kid Scientists Will, Helena and Gabby as they explore and share the important needs of siblings. Showtime: Sunday 10:00am [ Film and Discussion ]
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Social Media Bootcamp for Parents
Time: 10:00am–12:00am
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Location: Boston Seaport World Trade Center, Federal Complex
Location: Boston Seaport World Trade Center, Back Bay Complex
This block will include one hour of animated shorts followed by a fun instructional overview of 3D animation including scene set up, object design, character rigging and more!
From Facebook to tumblr, instagram and Snapchat, a child’s desire to join the digital community can be a parent’s worst nightmare. This interactive workshop is designed to help parents face the fear and learn how to promote positive social media use for their child. Parents and caregivers will build confidence in the conventions and common uses of social media and gain valuable advice on how to encourage their children to navigate this ever-changing world for positive outcomes.
If time permits, a demonstration of the use of green screen technology will be provided.
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For parents of younger children, this workshop will also address helpful ways parents can introduce social media in developmentally appropriate ways to ensure their children start navigating the digital landscape in the best way possible. Bring your iPad, smartphone, or other device and be prepared to get social media literate!
Richard Shaw, Newton Animations Newton Animations & Video’s 3D Animation Academy for Kids offers after school, evening and weekend classes and workshops for kids in 3D design & animation, video game design and 3D printing out of its video studio now in Needham, MA. Weeklong day camps are also available over the summer and public school vacation weeks.
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Danielle Stacey Danielle Stacey is a doctoral student at Tufts University and research assistant at the Institute for Applied Research in Youth Development. She is currently working on the Arthur Interactive Media Buddy Program, in partnership with WGBH. She is primarily interested in exploring literate media use as a context for character development among youth and methods used to investigate positive interactive media use across the lifespan.
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Workshops MEDIAGIRLS
GoPro 101
Time: 12:00pm–1:00pm
Time: 1:30pm–3:00pm
Location: Boston Seaport World Trade Center, Back Bay Complex
Location: Boston Seaport World Trade Center, Back Bay Complex
In her interactive presentation, Michelle Cove uses videos, pictures, and group discussion to explore how pop culture influences our ideas of the “perfect girl,” how these messages hurt us all, and how we can strike back while changing the culture of media.
GoPro 101: Come learn the basics of GoPro Cameras, mounts and accessories so you can get the most out of this product! In this presentation you will learn about the different models of cameras in the GoPro line-up and the multitude of settings they offer. You will also see some of the fun mounts and accessories that GoPro has created to help you get the content you want!
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Michelle Cove Michelle is an author, journalist, and filmmaker whose projects have been featured on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” Katie Couric’s talk show “Katie,” “The Today Show,” Fox TV, PBS’s World Compass; numerous radio shows; and national publications. She is the author of the book I Love Mondays (Seal Press, 2012), the co-author of the national bestseller I’m Not Mad, I Just Hate You!: A New Understanding of MotherDaughter Conflict (Viking, 1999), the filmmaker behind the award-winning documentary “Seeking Happily Ever After” distributed in 2010 by Lionsgate, and the author of Seeking Happily Ever After (Tarcher Penguin, 2010). Michelle lectures and leads workshops for girls and women at numerous institutions, and is currently producing a documentary about only children called One and Only.
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About The Awards
Filmmakers Collaborative
There will be seven awards given at the conclusion of the festival, for the winners in each of these categories:
FILMMAKERS COLLABORATIVE (FC) is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization with a national membership that includes some of the best filmmakers in the country. Our mission is to encourage and support the making of great films by people of all ages and levels of experience. Providing media training, showcasing films, and being mentors to the next generation aligns perfectly with our passion, mission and expertise. This is why we created the Boston International Kids Film Festival.
• Best Feature • Best Documentary • Best Short • Best International • Best Student Film • Audience Choice
Laura Azevedo
Executive Director, Filmmakers Collaborative laura@filmmakerscollab.org
• Peggy Charren Award for Excellence
Stephanie Mills
Associate Director, Filmmakers Collaborative steph@filmmakerscollab.org
The Peggy Charren Award for Excellence is named in honor of the woman long considered to be America’s “Grand Dame of Children’s Television,” the late Peggy Charren. Tired of the mindless cartoons and commercialsmasquerading-as-programs that her own children were offered in the 1960’s, Ms. Charren organized the parents in her community to create an advocacy group, Action for Children’s Television (ACT). Over the next 40 years, ACT was a formidable force, working to achieve quality, diversity, and less overt commercialism on children’s television. In 1990 the Children’s Television Act that Ms. Charren fought for became law; it limited the number of commercials that could appear during children’s programming, and compelled broadcasters to include informational and educational programs for kids. Charren had been recognized with the Trustees Award of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, a Peabody Award, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Ms. Charren passed away in January, 2015.
Filmmakers Collaborative Board Members Carol Atwood, board chair Garen Daly Julianna Field Sandra Forman Ankur Sharma Ronn Smith Bill Starr David Tames
Boston International Kids Film Festival Committee Members Garen Daly, Committee Head Julie Dobrow Larry Donovan Betty Fulton Marcy Gunther Denise Kassell Peter Reynolds
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