FACETS 37th Annual Chicago International Children's Film Festival

WOVEN THREADS (Shorts Program)

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PUBLIC PROGRAM - Groups of 12+ tickets CLICK HERE for Group Reservation Form


For better or for worse, family history can be inescapable.


For better or for worse, family history can be inescapable. Sometimes, we have to face both good and bad to move forward and find our family supports. In one short, Olive relates her journey to better self-care, with the help of her family. In another short, two refugee brothers must sustain each other. In another short, Mariam voices her avoided emotions regarding her mother and the uneasiness she felt about her mixed background.


Shorts Program Duration: 79 minutes


Themes: Family history, family is who you make it, external supports during times of transition.


Language: This program is presented in English, Russian, Persian, Arabic and Spanish with English subtitles.


Content Advisory: This program contains Mature Themes.


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

BARADAR (Short Film)


Synopsis: Two refugee brothers sustain each other, until they are forced to separate.


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


Content Advisory: This program contains Mature Themes.


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

  • Year
    2019
  • Runtime
    15 minutes
  • Language
    Persian with English subtitles
  • Country
    Italy
  • Premiere
    Chicago
  • Director
    Beppe Tufarulo
  • Producer
    Tapeless Film, Art of Panic