When The Sky Was Blue | TURNING POINT (Ages 11-14)

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There are moments in life that will feel different, important somehow in a way you can’t quite describe. This collection of shorts is about turning points, times when you may see their world and your place in it in a new way.

For Ages 11-14 | 80 minutes | Presented in English and original languages with English subtitles

Themes: Empathy, support, conflict resolution, disability, intergenerational/youth and elders or parents

When the Sky Was Blue

Every moment in Leah's day makes her think about herself, such as the loss of her goldfish, a new girl she meets under the table, and her Chinese speaking skills. Then Leah eventually contemplate her identity as Chinese-Australian.

Year
2021
Runtime
15 minutes
Language
English, Mandarin Chinese
Country
Australia
Premiere
Midwest Premiere
Rating
CONTENT DETAILS: Separation/Loss
Note
THEMES: Animals/Wildlife, Facing Challenges, Overcome Obstacles/Adversity

Director
Rae Choi
Screenwriter
Rae Choi
Producer
Rae Choi, Sheree Ramage

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When The Sky Was Blue

Leah spends a day questioning about her identity as a Chinese-Australian.

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Antay and his friends try to hang onto their childhood as their town is disappearing due to droughts.

Closed captions available

A Day Under The Sky

A booksmart boy decides to skip class with a few of his street-smart classmates.