Shorts and Family Fun

Synopsis

An introduction to short films that’s perfect for all the family!

SPIRIT OF THE GREAT HEART
UK, 2022, 5 mins.
DIRECTOR: Nathan Erasmus
Jums the elephant is torn from his family and endures captivity and abuse. An unforgettable journey unfolds, of power, compassion and family bonds.

LE BALLON BLEU
USA, France, 2022, 15 mins.
DIRECTOR: Katherine Griffin
"Le Ballon Bleu" intertwines the magic of childhood and friendship, connecting with the classic "Le Ballon Rouge" through Parisian locales.

NAISSANCE DES OASIS
France, 2022, 9 mins.
DIRECTOR: Marion JAMAULT
A garden full of mysteries, raindrops that unite in an ephemeral community in a funny and colorful oasis!

OPERATION SIBLINGS
Norway, 2022, 9 mins.
DIRECTOR: Aurora Kollerud Nossen
Luna and Julie unite with neighbors to battle their parents' divorce, determined to preserve their cherished step-sibling bond and family.

PACEMAKER
UK, 2022, 9 mins.
DIRECTOR: Brian Vincent Rhodes, Christopher Lennertz
In an animated musical, a widower's second chance at love and life unfolds as he embraces his grandson's identity and opens his heart.

THE WONDROUS WORLDS OF PIERO MARIA
Brazil, 2023, 17 mins.
DIRECTOR: Helena Guerra
Piero the kitten battles an evil shadow, vying to save his tech-obsessed humans with help from plushy friends and feline wisdom.