FACETS 37th Annual Chicago International Children's Film Festival

SO HIGH UP (School Shorts Program)

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SCHOOL PROGRAM – Groups of 12+ tickets CLICK HERE for Group Reservation Form


Unlikely alliances and unexpected adventures await the protagonists in these short films.


The characters in this collection of shorts make sure to include others in their efforts and adventures. In one short, a giraffe and his family are spending holidays in an unexpected place, to the annoyance of one resident. Must they fit in? In another short, when a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend? Based on the beloved book by Julia Donaldson and narrated by Diana Rigg.


Shorts Program Duration: 63 minutes


Themes: No Bullies, Please!; inclusivity; offering empathy and understanding; including others in play/sharing.


Language: This program is presented in English and French with English subtitles


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

THE SNAIL AND THE WHALE (Short Film)


Synopsis: When a tiny snail meets a humpback whale, the two travel together to far-off lands. It's a dream come true for the snail, who has never left home before. But when the whale swims too close to shore, will the snail be able to save her new friend? With the voices of Diana Rigg and Sally Hawkins.


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
    2019
  • Runtime
    27 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    England
  • Premiere
    Chicago
  • Director
    Max Lang, Daniel Snaddon
  • Screenwriter
    Lang
  • Producer
    Michael Rose