Children's Film Festival Seattle 2023

Growing Pains (Ages 10+)

Expired February 13, 2023 7:59 AM
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7 films in package
The Winner
Vahid enters a bicycle race with the new bike his dad bought for him. However, when another boy reports a similar bike missing, Vahid worries that his bike might be stolen.
The Pillar of Strength
In a Dayaks tribe on Borneo Island, a young boy goes on an adventure with his father and learns about his traditions.
The Sea (La Mer)
Gerard is 12-year-old boy who lives close to the seaside. Every day he swims far from the coast, until one day he learns how dangerous and mysterious the sea can be.
The Kite
In the 1930s, Robert, a young boy, wants nothing more than a brand-new kite.
Closed captions available
SWOP: Dentist
In this imaginative short, two boys, Sef and Wesley, swap heads so that Sef can get out of a dentist appointment. However, when Wesley receives a present from Sef's parents, conflict arises between the two.
Eid Mubarak
A privileged six-year-old Pakistani girl embarks on a mission to save her beloved pet goat from being eaten on the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Azha, only to learn the meaning of sacrifice.
Yangtze
A boy is saddened to move and leave behind his animal friends, including a porpoise he's begun to bond with.
Closed captions available

These thought-provoking, moving, and funny shorts show kids growing up, learning about the world, and having to confront some of life's challenges for the first time.


This program will also screen in person at NWFF on Feb. 4 at 2:30pm & Feb. 12 at 4:30pm. 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.

Gerard is 12-year-old boy who lives close to the seaside. Every day he swims far from the coast, until one day he learns how dangerous and mysterious the sea can be.

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    12 minutes
  • Language
    French
  • Country
    France
  • Premiere
    PNW
  • Note
    with English subtitles. CW: Near-drowning
  • Director
    Elena Surina
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