Children's Film Festival Seattle 2023

The Colors of Community (Ages 10+)

Expired February 13, 2023 7:59 AM
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9 films in package
Joychild
A young child tells their mother "I'm not a girl" for the first time.
Closed captions available
Cupids
What is the most important thing on the last day of school before summer break? Well, if you’re Mia, Natalie and Jabari you frantically search for a date for Ms. Cheryl, the most beloved bus driver of all time! As they race against time before their stop, these eight year-olds burst into action to try to match her up with the people that have made the biggest impact in their lives.
Closed captions available
Shower Boys
After a heated training match with their team, twelve-year-old Viggo and Noel go home to challenge each other's limits and masculinity. An innocent game comes to a sudden stop, giving rise to the question of what a male friendship is allowed to be.
Pete
“Pete” is an animated short film based on a true story about gender identity, little league baseball, the people who inspire change by trying to be themselves, and the superheroes who allow that change to happen.
Closed captions available
Pitoc e icinakosian
Gerry and their big brother Jos show us that there is more to being different than bullying, discrimination and harassment.
Into Light
When a child reveals who they truly are on the inside, how does a parent set aside their own expectations to help them become their most authentic self? Sheona McDonald’s documentary captures a season of change as a mother and child navigate the complexities of gender identity together.
Closed captions available
Fitting In
"Fitting In" draws a parallel between fitting into shoes and fitting into society, encouraging us to embrace our unique personalities.
Girlsboysmix (Meisjesjongensmix)
Why is it so important to be a boy or a girl? Wen Long naturally and candidly explains that she was born intersex. The nine-year-old wears both boys’ and girls’ clothes and plays with toys intended for both genders. The trouble is, others don’t know what to think of this.
All I Ever Wanted
Rom-com obsessed teen Christine has always longed for the picture-perfect romance. But could it be that her ideal Prince Charming might actually be a Princess Charming instead?
Closed captions available

These films celebrate diverse expressions of gender and sexuality and how they can be discovered within and affirmed by strong relationships with family, friends, and communities.


This program will also screen in person at NWFF on Saturday, Feb. 4 at 4pm! VIRTUAL, IN-PERSON, and HYBRID (virtual AND in-person) Festival Passes are available.


⚠️ Please note: NWFF patrons will be required to wear masks that cover both nose and mouth while in the building. Disposable masks are available at the door for those who need them. We are not currently checking vaccination cards. Read full COVID policies here.

Pete is an animated short film based on a true story about gender identity, little league baseball, the people who inspire change by trying to be themselves, and the superheroes who allow that change to happen.

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    6 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    Seattle
  • Note
    CW: Transphobic bullying but ends on a hopeful note
  • Director
    Bret Parker
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