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April 27, 2024 at 10:00 AM PT
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Shorts 5: Family Films

75 min

Wondrous and whimsical shorts from near and far corners of the world grace our festival screen for the enjoyment of…
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A Little Beetle Returns
Directed by Elene Sebiskveradze Georgia/Norway | Shorts | 4 min
Through elaborate and colorful designs, a beetle goes on a wondrous journey to get to the outdoors.

A Little Beetle Returns

Self
Directed by Searit Kahsay Huluf USA | Shorts | 7 min
A wooden woman desperate to fit into the shiny world embarks on a journey of self-love in this latest Pixar short.

Self

Where Do Ideas Come From?
Directed by Joysi Olijhoek Netherlands | Shorts | 5 min
Let your ideas run wild as this exploration of found footage and spoken word helps us to make creative connections and playful discoveries.

Where Do Ideas Come From?

Yuck!
Directed by Loïc Espuche France | Shorts | 13 min
Yuck! Ew! Kissing on the mouth is gross but during a summer camping trip, little Léo secretly wants to try.

Yuck!

Dynasty and Destiny
Directed by Travis Lee Ratcliff USA | Shorts | 7 min
Their shared passion for rodeo and the weight of their family’s legacy in the sport bind together mother-daughter duo Kanesha and Kortnee.

Dynasty and Destiny

Bottle George
Directed by Daisuke 'Dice' Tsutsumi Japan/USA | Shorts | 13 min
A mischievous cat and a young girl facing family troubles meet an unusual creature in this latest short from Chimney Town, dwarf studios, and the award-winning studio Tonko House.

Bottle George

Coach Pancake
Directed by Gabriel Olson USA | Shorts | 6 min
Former soccer star Andres, lovingly named “Coach Pancake” by his students, finds his calling training six-year-olds to find their superpowers on and off the field.

Coach Pancake

Battery Mommy
Directed by Seungbae Jeon South Korea | Shorts | 8 min
Mommy charges in to save the day in this so-cute-I-could-die follow-up to Jeon Seung-bae’s electrifyingly entertaining Battery Daddy, the 2023 Festival’s Shorts: Family Film Golden Gate Award winner.

Battery Mommy

Little Fan
Directed by Sveta Yuferova and Shad Lee Bradbury Germany | Shorts | 5 min
In this charming animation, a small and curious fan has an unexpected encounter that grows into a meaningful friendship.

Little Fan

Program Description

Wondrous and whimsical shorts from near and far corners of the world grace our festival screen for the enjoyment of the entire family. The latest from Tonko House, Pixar, and independent filmmakers share central themes of innovation and curiosity. A wooden puppet embarks on a journey of self-discovery as she questions whether or not she fits in, while a mother-daughter rodeo duo connects to their roots and legacy. Explore where ideas and inspiration come from in thought-provoking found footage and experience the charming, and maybe a little gross, feelings of a first kiss. These enchanting stories — true, not-so-true, and animated — are sure to inspire laughter, curiosity, tears, and awe in both the youngest and most seasoned filmgoers.

Recommended for ages 5 and up.