Indy Shorts Film Festival

SPOTLIGHT: Children's Resilience with Shine Global - Virtual

Expired July 24, 2023 3:59 AM
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Translators
In the United States, there are over 11 million child translators. Our story follows Harye, Densel, and Virginia as they translate for their parents in everyday situations.
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Barricade
After experiencing a traumatic event on her school bus, Aleena bottles up her anger until a chance connection triggers a small act of rebellion.
Lunchbox
When a Taiwanese-American woman prepares lunches from her childhood, she struggles to forgive herself for pushing away her immigrant mother.
Closed captions available
Ayenda
Summer 2021 – As Kabul falls to the Taliban, members of the Under-18 Afghan National Women’s Football Team attempt a daring evacuation from their homeland.
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Witness the incredible resilience and unwavering spirit of children as these inspiring shorts showcase their remarkable ability to overcome challenges and find strength in unexpected places. Presented in partnership with Shine Global.


Films in this program contain mature themes. Viewer discretion is advised.

When a Taiwanese-American woman prepares lunches from her childhood, she struggles to forgive herself for pushing away her immigrant mother.


Film Contact:

Anne Hu

lunchboxthefilm@gmail.com

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    16 minutes
  • Language
    English, Mandarin
  • Country
    USA
  • Premiere
    Indiana Premiere
  • Genre
    Asian/Asian American, Drama
  • Subtitle Language
    Yes
  • Content Warning
    Strong Language
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  • Director
    Anne Hu
  • Screenwriter
    Anne Hu
  • Producer
    Anne Hu, Gilana Lobel, Oliver Brooks, Rachel Liu, Chenney Chen, Gabriella Murillo
  • Executive Producer
    Karmen Dann, Margaret W. Wong, Andrew Chou, Shawn Shih, Frank Yu, Crystal Lin
  • Cast
    Anne Hu, Dawn Ying Yuen, Elizabeth Gao, Audrey Liao
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