Shorts for Kids
12/10, Sunday, 12:00, Rialto Theatre

Introducing children to the magic of cinema as early as possible, this programme invites young audiences on a journey through enchanting short films from around the globe. Perfect for children and parents to experience together, each story sparks imagination, nurtures empathy, and celebrates the joy of storytelling, showing how even the shortest films can open up new worlds and perspectives.

Mojappi -It's mine!-

Nijitaro

3’, 2024, Japan

Animation

Synopsis

Mojappi, a trio of naughty kids who live in the forest, just love being naughty. One day, they found out their friends were baking pancakes! They will do anything to get those pancakes!

Are We There Yet?

Gahts No Lang?

Raul Bison, Sven Kristlbauer, Marion Zeder

5’, 2024, Switzerland

Animation

Synopsis

Sitting in the car for what feels like ages, nine-year-old Timo escapes his parents’ bickering into a fantasy world.

A Small Garden by the Window

Jonghoon Lee

5’, 2024, South Korea

Animation

Synopsis

Early morning. The architect picks ripe cherry tomatoes from a small garden by the window to pack a lunchbox for work. Eco-energy flows from the tomato vines. This eco-energy, born from small acts of environmental stewardship, accompanies the architect as they head out to the frontlines of the climate crisis once again.

Birds of Paradise

Rajskie Ptaki

Tomek Ducki

9’, 2025, Poland, France

Animation

Synopsis

Bird droppings. To most, a nuisance. But for a remarkable flock of flightless birds, they are the foundation of life itself. There is a delicate harmony in their hidden world – until one day, a mysterious object washes up on shore. What begins as curiosity sparks a profound shift, leading the flock into a new era of cultural and technological change.