FACETS 37th Annual Chicago International Children's Film Festival

IDENTIFICATION STATION (Shorts Program)

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In this collection of shorts, characters find the solution to their external problems by looking inward.


The characters in this collection of shorts look inward to find resources for managing outward circumstances. In a mockumentary, Jessie is unhappy, constantly comparing her development with others until she learns to strive in her own way. In another short, Zhenos comes of age while living in a converted hotel for refugee families. In another short a boy struggles with the shadows that chase constantly chase him, until he realizes his classmates face similar stresses.


Shorts Program Duration: 72 minutes


Themes: Identity, self-reflection, overcoming isolation, anxiety, daily stress.


Language: This program is presented in English, Nonverbal and Farsi with English subtitles.


Content Advisory: This program contains Mature Themes.


Geoblocking Notice: This program is only available in the Chicagoland area.

GEORGES THE MAGICIAN (Short Film)


Synopsis: Georges, a little blue bird born to human parents, is gifted with the ability to transform. After breaking free from the confines of a cage, he goes on a journey to discover more about his powers.


Program Type: School Program and Public Program – Groups of 12+ tickets CLICK HERE for Group Reservation Form 


Geoblocking Notice: This film is only available in the Chicagoland area.

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    5 minutes
  • Language
    Nonverbal
  • Country
    Hungary
  • Premiere
    North American
  • Director
    Katalin Egely