Films at 2023 San Diego International Kids Film Festival
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 2024 San Diego International Kids Film Festival FILMS
Screening Venues: 
Senior Center( 799 Pine Avenue Carlsbad, CA92008)

FEATURE
 
 

Abah and his band
|Brazil| 1:24:00
Director: Humberto Avelar
Abá and His Band is an adventure that follows a young prince who is conflicted between his dreams and responsibilities. After breaking up with his father, he goes to the Music Festival and discovers his uncle's plans to end the diversity of Pomar.

   Once Upon a Princess
|Czech Republic| 1:20:29
Director: Tina Adams
Amidst French Revolution chaos, Princess Agnes seeks refuge in Bohemian castle. Doubt surrounds her royal identity until a pea beneath her mattress unveils the truth
  PIGSY
|Taiwan| 1:35:00
Director: Li Wei Chiu
One day, Pigsy, a street-smart loser is chosen to enter the new world, to become a symbol of success; however, soon after, it turns out to be a mistake. After accidentally exchanging information with the sinister, Bull Demon King, Pigsy must do everything in his power to stop him

 

   Rapunzel und die RückkehrderFalken
|Germany| 1:27:58
Director: ChristophHeimer
Once forsaken by her biological parents, Rapunzel lives in a tower with sorceress Eleonor. When Prince Sigismund connects with her, Eleonor's past catches up, leading to their imprisonment. After escaping, Rapunzel and Sigismund reunite but face opposition from Queen Freya. In the final act, Eleonor sacrifices herself to save Rapunzel and restore Sigismund's sight. Guided by love, they vow to leave the past behind with their loyal friend Pip by their side.
 
SHORT--Animation
 
   MAGIC CANDIES
|Japan|20:43
Director: Daisuke NISHIO
The other kids at the park never ask Dong-Dong to play, but after buying a bag of colorful, marble-shaped candies, he realizes that he can speak to anything. Who else will he be able to talk to, and what else will he learn, through these magic candies?
     Junga the Dancing Yeti in Yeti, Set, Go!
|United States|24:00
Director: James R Alburger
When Junga, Groth, Heidi and friends play football on the mountain, they learn important lessons about fair play, forgiveness, making friends, dealing with bullying and more. As the locals prepare for the annual MFL (Mountain Football League) game, the bullying from other players becomes too much to handle for the children.
   Door Gods
|China|6:47

Director: Sun Lijun
The two door gods, the Chinese folk gods whoguard the door, are torn from the door after afarce over a leaf causes both sides to lose, and anew door god is affixed to the door
     The Radio
|United States| 9:55
Director: NirYaniv
Abandoned in a garden, a lonely radio tries to connect with the visiting animals and flowers who pass through before finally finding a friend, in this musical and heartwarming film for children of all ages
 
SHORT--LIve Action
  Closed Gates
|India| 20:00
Director: Naresh Kumar Rajendran
"Closed Gates” shines a spotlight on the challenges faced by autistic children in India seeking inclusive education, offering a touching narrative that explores themes of resilience, empathy, and the importance of inclusivity. Against the backdrop of societal biases and discrimination, the film follows autistic child Raju and his mother, Sana, as they navigate a world often lacking in understanding and acceptance
    PAULA’S DAD and the right button in his head
|Germany| 40:00
Director: Thomas Heinemann
Paula's Dad is a busy man and writes stories for other children, but doesn’t have time for his own. One day, when a storm blows Paula up into the mountains, her dad must deal with a gauntlet of his fictional creations, to find her and reamend his relationship. 
   The Last Nanny
|Spain| 25:00
Director: AinurAskarov
The daughters of the future mayor are attempted to be kidnapped by professional criminals to blackmail their father. Only the kidnappers did not take into account that these girls are much more dangerous than they seem at first sight
     The Mood Swing
|United States| 9:59
Director: Matthew Thompson
In this whimsical short film based on an original children’s book created by the filmmaker, a loving mother, Nancy, comforts her grieving five-year-old son, Jack, with the help of a magical storybook whose main character mirrors his own life-- helping him to navigate the emotional ups and downs after the loss of his father.
 
Youth Made 
 
   Baby Fever
|United States| 12:00
Director: Izzy Fowler
Due to complications Rhea is not able to have a baby with her husband, Tempus. Tempus finds a solution but takes an unconventional route which changes their lives forever. Rhea now has a baby; however, it is not the most “perfected”, you could say.
    .Lilly Visits the Hospital
|Canada| 6:33
Director: Medina Dennie, Ocean Demuth, Zaiyah Dennie, Sol Demuth, Xstine Cook, Heather Cook
Lilly, a 12' tall orange Monster takes her friend Fluffle to visit patients in a hospital. What could go wrong?
   Night of the Witch
|United States| 16:00
Director: Greer Miller, Jimmy Brick, Shane Kleckner, Ragan Millin
A teen suspected of witchcraft and burned at the stake over a century ago, returns to claim the souls of her descendants and achieve immortality.
    The Quinceañera Quest
|United States| 5:05
Director: Asya Reyes
Quinceañera, it’s not just a party. It’s a journey. It’s a right of passage
 
 Kids Made
   A Friend of the Playground
|South Korea| 7:00
Director: Jeong Min Lee
Byulha, who became a ghost because she was bullied. Her life changes when she meets Jiwoo, who came to the playground to play.
  Bluewater Fairies
|United States| 11:03
Director: Sari Karplus DiLoreto
Written by kids for kids, Bluewater Fairies takes you on a magical adventure with henchmen, fairies, and a lazy dragon..
  The Sad Forest
|Poland| 3:18
Director: JeremiRzadowski
On a night journey through the dark forest, a group encounters a mysterious figure who shares a terrifying tale. The question remains whether the heroines will manage to escape their unfortunate fate.
     Dyslexia & Me
|United Kingdom| 14:00
Director: Drama at St Luke's CE Primary
Our film explores the topic and difficulties of Dyslexia in primary school through the character of Lily.
 
Music Videos & Songs
  Story Monster Theme Song
|United States| 2:04
Artist: Erin Rementer
     

 Who Are These Bugs?|United States| 1:02Artist: Zachary Simpsona Song from the Children's Musical, "Cate and the Garden Bandits”

 

 You're a Sunny Day
|United States| 3:28
Artist: Kelli Caldwell

   

 

@San Deigo International Kids' Film Festival, Producer: Lynn Tang; Production Co.: Maeya Culture Exchange Group