2016 Festival Program
| Morning: All ages | Afternoon Shorts: Age 7+ | Afternoon Feature: Age 8+ |
| Friday Opening Night — January 29, 2016 | ||||
| Theater 1 – The Megadome | ||||
| Evening | 7:00 | Opening Night Event | ||
| Pixar Story Artist Showcase: A Conversation Amongst Peers | ||||
| Saturday Sessions — January 30, 2016 | ||||
| Theater 1 – The Megadome | Theater 2 – The Planetarium | |||
| Morning | 10:00 | Short Films all ages | 10:15 | Short Films all ages |
| 11:15 | Animation From Erie: Cartoon Saloon’s Puffin Rock and Telegael’s Igam Ogam | 11:30 | Animation From Erie: Cartoon Saloon’s Puffin Rock and Telegael’s Igam Ogam | |
| Afternoon | 1:00 | How did they do that?: Sanjay’s Superteam | 1:15 | Mermaids on Mars |
| 1:45 | Short Films for 7 + | 2:00 | Short Films for 7 + (subtitle readers) | |
| 3:00 | How did they do that?: Sanjay’s Superteam | 3:15 | Mermaids on Mars | |
| 3:40 | Music and Movement shorts followed byWorkshop Shorts | |||
| Evening | 4:45 | Youth Filmmakers Showcase | 4:45 | How they live: Two Docs |
| 6:00 | Feature Film Program | |||
| Sunday Sessions — January 31, 2016 | ||||
| Theater 1 – The Megadome | Theater 2- The Planetarium | |||
| Morning | 10:00 | Shorts Films all ages | 10:15 | Short Films all ages |
| 11:00 | Animation From Europe: Cartoon Saloon’s Puffin Rock and Dimitri in Ubuyu | 11:20 | Animation From Europe: Cartoon Saloon’s Puffin Rock and Dimitri in Ubuyu (subtitle readers) | |
| Afternoon | 1:00 | Shorts Films for 7 + | 1:10 | Shorts Films for 7 + |
| 2:15 | Music and Movement Program : Shorts into – | 2:20 | Music and Movement Program (if needed for overflow) | |
| 2:50 | Let’s Get Rhythm Documentary | 2:55 | Let’s Get Rhythm Documentary (overflow) | |
| 4:15 | Workshop Shorts – Music Finally | |||
| Evening | ||||
| No Evening program | ||||
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Friday Evening — January 29, 2016
OPENING NIGHT EVENT : 7 – 10 pm THEATER ONE ( all ages )
Come join us to kick off the 8th edition of the Bay Area International Children’s FIlm Festival
Opening remarks from co-directors Shelley Trott and Jim Capobianco followed by a half hour sneak peek of shorts from the festival
– and then our main event –
Pixar Story Artist Showcase: A Conversation Amongst Peers
Come and get a behind the scenes glimpse into Pixar’s story process from 5 veteran story artists, showing and discussing their work on some of your favorite Pixar movies. 19 year Pixar veteran Jim Capobianco will lead the discussion with his compatriots Enrico Casarosa – La Luna, Valerie LaPointe – Inside Out, Nate Stanton – Wall•E/Cars 2 and Alex Woo – The Incredibles.
This is an event not to miss!
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Saturday Morning — January 30, 2016
SHORT FILMS FOR ALL AGES : 10 am THEATER ONE • 10:15 am THEATER TWO
A Tin Canby Tatiana Kiseleva, 5’41”, Russia, 2013
There is always a place for sudden joys in life. Joy from as simple a thing as an empty tin can of condensed milk, forgotten by Soviet cosmonauts in orbit and accidentally left to fall to Earth.
L’Envolby Damien Megherbi, 4’20”, France / Japan, 2015
Reminiscent of Little Nemo in Slumberland this sweet lyrical film, all to music, is about ‘the take off’ into a dreamscape, as creator Damien Megherbi says, “The cage bird dreams of clouds”
Hey Deer!by Örs Bárczy, 6’20” , Hungary, 2015
A deer, eager to tidy and shovel and keep his house orderlly has to deal with a suspicious earthquake that keeps causing a mess. What to do? Cocoa!
Guitar Man * Made by Kids! *by Aurora Picture Show Reynolds Elementary, 2’02”, USA, 2015
Jaulavia, student, 3rd grade, discusses the things that are most important to her: drawing, music, and family. With original score by the narrator herself.
Burntby Devin Bell, 6′, USA, 2015
In a burnt forest, three plant-like creatures try to cope with being scorched.
Bear and Birdby Dan & Jason, 4’31, USA, 2015
Two best friends, a laid back brown bear, just wants to take it easy, an overly excited cardinal who’s one cup of coffee away from a nervous breakdown.
Dancing with Gene Kellyby Katharine Rogers, 4′ 58″, Australia, 2015
Six year old Eliza has a marvellous dream that one day she will dance with legendary film star Gene Kelly.
Novembreby Marjolaine Perreten, 2’20”, Switzerland, 2015
Autumn has set in by the banks of a stream. A series of small animals busy themselves in preparation for the long winter ahead.
44 Gattiby Mattia Francesco Laviosa, 3’10”, Italy, 2015
Amongst the feline Colony of Largo di Torre ArgenCna, lives a group of stray cats lead by a selfish, happy go‐lucky alpha cat. He will have to learn to share with others all to he classic Italian song “Forty‐Four Cats”
Drool * Written and preformed by kids! *by Lex Guelas, 3’03”, USA, 2015
A doggie couple must finish building their doghouse before their puppies arrive!
Capelito by Rodolfo Pastor, 5′, Argentina , 2013
The little mushroom that could is BACK! Winner of both morning Children Choice Awards in 2014 with a brand NEW story.
Special Programing
Animation from Ireland : 11:15 am THEATER ONE • 11:30 am THEATER TWO ( all ages )
We bring for the first time in the United States from the studio that brought you Song of the Sea, Cartoon Saloon’s critically acclaimed children’s show Puffin Rock
From Cartoon Saloon Oona is a smart young puffling, eager to learn and explore. She shares her funny escapades on Puffin Rock, with her sweet little brother, Baba and all their friends. Narrated by Chris O’Dowd, Puffin Rock follows the adventures of a family of puffins who live on a beautiful Irish island.
See two episodes today!
Puffin Rock – The Shiny ShellDirected by Maurice Joyce and Produced by Paul Young, Nora Twomey, Laura Campbell and John McDaid, 7′, Ireland, 2014
Puffin Rock – Night LightsDirected by Maurice Joyce and Produced by Paul Young, Nora Twomey, Laura Campbell and John McDaid, 7′, Ireland, 2014
Followed by another treat from Ireland and Wales. Also never seen in the U.S.A. Telegael’s stop motion animated – IGAM OGAM
From Telegael Head back in time to the Stone Age where Igam Ogam, the fun-loving little cave girl, explores her prehistoric planet. For curious Igam Ogam every day means a new adventure!
See an episode today!
Igam Ogam – What’s That? Directed by Ben Halliwell, 10′, Ireland/Wales, 2013
HOW DID THEY DO THAT? : 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm THEATER ONE (all ages)
Pixar – SANJAY’S SUPER TEAM Sanjay Patel, 7 min. Sanjay is absorbed in the world of cartoons and comics, while his father tries to draw him into the traditions of his Hindu practice. Tedium and reluctance quickly turn into an awe-inspiring adventure as the boy embarks on a journey he never imagined, returning with a new perspective that they can both embrace.
Created by Pixar artist and acclaimed author/illustrator Sanjay Patel as a reflection of his relationship with his father, Sanjay’s Super Team has shown to critical acclaim in front of Pixar’s recent release The Good Dinosaur. Come hear and see how the short was made from Sanjay himself and his producer Nicole Grindle. You don’t want to miss this.
Because of the size of our theaters we will have two presentations of How did they do that? : Sanjay’s Super Team
HOW DID THEY DO THAT? : 1: 15 pm and 3:15 THEATER TWO (all ages) 30 mins.
Athena Studios – MERMAIDS ON MARS by Jon Peters 20 mins, USA, 2015. A scientist’s beliefs cost him his job and reputation. His son Julian discovers that everything his father talked about is true, however, as he is transported to Mars to find the planet’s last remaining water, mermaids and a love-struck Martian who will stop at nothing to get the mermaid he desires!
!COME SEE THE FINISHED FILM!
Last year at BAICFF’15 Director Jon Peters and Producers Kat Alioshin and Nancy Guettier presented a behind the scenes work-in-progress of Mermaids on Mars. Now come see the finished stop-motion animated musical film! Q&A with Jon, Kat and Nancy after the screening.
Because of the size of our theaters we will have two presentations of How did they do that? : Mermaids on Mars
Saturday Afternoon — January 30, 2016
SHORT FILMS FOR AGES SEVEN AND UP : 1:45 pm THEATER ONE • 2:00 pm THEATER TWO
Mo’s Bowsby Jennifer Treuting and Kristen McGregor, 6’19”, USA, 2015
Most sixth-graders count their accomplishments in terms of trophies and medals, but not Moziah Bridges: he tracks his achievements by the number of bow ties he has sold.
The Holeby Bart Wasem, 1’57”, Switzerland, 2015
The balding macho Bruce is losing his appeal. But one day a mysterious hole offers him an unexpected chance to recapture his former glory.
The Great Adventure of Manel and the Magic Toothpicks (w/ eng. subtitles) §by Xavier Pijuan, 13’35”, Spain, 2015
Spoiled Manel receives a toothpick box for his birthday instead of a PS4. However, this apparently stupid present could be the best present ever.
Lilouby Rawan Rahim, 7’45”, Lebanon, 2015
Lilou is extremely sensitive but also unbearably shy. When she receives the power to see into people’s past, will she come out of her shell?
The Boy Who Stayed Inby Students of Westfield Arts College, 2’37”, Untied Kingdom, 2015
Steve views the world through his letterbox. Summer tries to tempt him to leave the house and rounds up neighbors from the community to convince Steve that the world may not be so bad.
If I Were Godby Cordell Barker, 8’28”, Canada, 2015
What would you do if you were 12 and suddenly found yourself charged with God-like powers? Would you use them for good or bad? Both?
And so, we end today’s 7 & Up program with a Fairy Tale ~
An Awesome New (w/eng. subtitles) §by João Batista Melo, 18’16”, Brazil, 2014
Set in the time when white men took black people from Africa to sell them as slaves. This is the story of three African princesses and their baby sister, who were taken from their village to a faraway land.
Saturday Afternoon Special Programing
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT : Shorts for all ages : 3:40 pm THEATER ONE – 30 mins.
Skriveni Talent (Hidden Talent)by Miran Miošić, 5’49”, Croatia, 2015
A cat is not very talented as a singer must find where his true talent lies.
Double Noteby Katia Lom, 2’29”, Switzerland, 2015
Finding joy in making music. Creating a world through sound.
Avi, La Petite Ballerinaby Katia Lom, 10’49”, USA, 2015
Avi, who uses a wheelchair, is “super not a girly girl,” according to her mother, yet through a special ballet program, music and dance become motivational influences in her life.
Slaves of the Raveby William Garratt, 2’40”, United Kingdom, 2015
Music worlds collide! A short animated comedy about how an audience reacts to different types of music.
Thank You for the Musicby Spencer Frankeberger, 9’03”, USA, 2015
Music intern Kenny shares his love and passion for music with a third grade class but struggles to communicate with Sally, a student who is deaf.
Screening of TODAY’S Workshop Shorts! (all ages) : 4:15 pm THEATER ONE
A highlight of the festival and something fantastic not to miss! This is one of the events that makes BAICFF unique. During the day, all the tiny films being shot by our young filmmakers in the Pixilation and Clay Animation workshops have been edited together with sound and music by Berkeley City College Film students to create an assembly of the day’s films for our filmmakers (and their parents) to see up on the big screen. Come see the films and applaud our young filmmakers as they take their bow!
Sign up for a workshop today!
Saturday Evening Special Programing
In THEATER ONE : Local Youth Filmmakers Showcase : 4:45 pm
Join us as we celebrate two great Bay Area youth filmmaking organizations. Together they are reaching hundreds of kids and teaching them about storytelling, filmmaking and collaboration. Come see the films they are making and learn how you might get involved.
BAYCAT, Villy Wang and BAYCAT youth filmmakers, 25 min
The Digital Divide is not news anymore. But it continues to grow and evolve. Many young people in the Bay Area’s underserved neighborhoods are being left behind. They are not equipped to build a future in the digital creative field. That’s what BAYCAT is changing.Through education, employment and entertainment in digital media, we empower underserved youth and young adults, helping them find their place in the world.
Camp Reel Stories Esther Pearl and Camp Reel Stories youth filmmakers, 25 min
In 2016 Camp Reel Stories will offer beginning and advanced media summer camps for teen girls. Working in small, collaborative groups, this camp gives the campers the opportunity to make and broadcast their own short films through: Production Classes – Media Literacy – Leadership Workshops.
10 minute Q&A to follow with both organizations.
In THEATER TWO: How They Live ~ Two Documentaries about kids : 4:45 pm (ages 8 and up)
Join us for two unique documentaries about the way kids live in far off countries.
Egyptian Sons (w/ eng. subtitles)
by Tania Kamal-Eldin, 30′, Egypt, 2014
Egyptian Sons juxtaposes the daily lives of two preteen boys from two different cultural “places” in Egypt. Abdallah is a single child from Cairo living with his mother; and Islam is from a village oasis living with his large family. In addition to the urban/rural division, other dichotomies of these boys’ lives emerge: Islam’s stronger connection to the land and nature as well as outdoor activities versus Abdallah’s sedentary lifestyle and preoccupation with digital devices. Unlike Islam, Abdallah has a strong identification and likeness to being Western in his demeanor, interests, and education. Islam has a big, extended family with whom he spends much time, while Abdallah only has his mother. Similarities between the two twelve-year olds also emerge, such a their dislike of school, their affection for their dogs, and their aspiration of traveling to America one day.
Island of Magic (w/eng. subtitles)
by Anaka Kaundinya, 29’13”, India, 2015
Access to meaningful education is shockingly rare in India. Combined with the baggage of their socio-economics, parents, teachers and students struggle to find a balance between their daily sustenance and schooling. The film traverses these territories in an attempt understand the lives of people living a very different reality than ours, and through it, reflect on the larger implications of education.
The second graders at an under-funded municipal school in the heart of Asia’s largest slum, Dharavi, have been working towards a feat thus far unimaginable to them: performing a musical in English on a real stage, in a real auditorium.
Island Of Magic tells the story of how an engineer-turned-teacher becomes a crucial link in the realisation of this dream, as well as a catalyst for the personal transformation of his 42 students.
At the core of the film is the story of how driven and innovative teaching transform the lives of these kids, even while interviews with the parents & kids progressively reveal the web-like complexity of their problems.
SATURDAY EVENING FILM EVENT!
AN EVENING WITH LOCAL BAY AREA DIRECTOR CARROLL BALLARD : 6pm
We are pleased and honored to show Carroll Ballard’s amazing feature film THE BLACK STALLION preceded by his short film RODEO and followed by a moderated Q&A with BAICFF’s own Jim Capobianco and Carroll Ballard himself. This is an event not to be missed! A chance to see these films a the big screen as they were intended!
RODEO
by Carroll Ballard, 20′, USA, 1969
Shot in four days during the 1968 National Rodeo Finals in Oklahoma City, this lyrical documentary takes you inside the arena atop a 2800 lb bull. Watch Freckles Brown, a legendary cowboy, conferring with a young Larry Mahan, the previous year’s champion and see crowd favorite Myrtis Dightman trying to hold his own in a dramatic ride. “Rodeo” shows the classic struggle of man against beast, a matter of life and death. Dick Rosmini’s hypnotizing folk-fusion soundtrack and an intricate sound mix add to the climatic result. ~IMDB
THE BLACK STALLION
by Carroll Ballard, 118′, USA, 1979
While traveling with his father, young Alec becomes fascinated by a mysterious Arabian stallion who is brought on board and stabled in the ship he is sailing on. When it tragically sinks both he and the horse survive only to be stranded on a desert island. He befriends it, so when finally rescued, both return to his home where they soon meet Henry Dailey, a once-successful trainer. Together they begin training the stallion to race against the fastest horses in the world. ~IMDB
The Black Stallion is a remarkably sweet, understated, quiet, melancholy at times, but also undeniably an inspiring and moving film. Ballard and company do not talk down to their audience, making what has often and fairly been described as an art film for children. ~ Luke Bonanno Dvdizzy.com
Q&A to follow the screening of The Black Stallion with Carroll Ballard. Moderated by Jim Capobianco
Common Sense Media’s review
Free Telescope Viewing – weather permitting
Sunday Morning — January 31, 2016
SHORT FILMS FOR ALL AGES : 10 am THEATER ONE • 10:15 am THEATER TWO
Be a Little Boulder * made by kids! *by Students of Tendering Primary Schools, 3′, United Kingdom, 2015
Everybody has a purpose in their life, even sticks and stones.
Double Noteby Katia Lom, 2’29”, Switzerland, 2015
Finding joy in making music. Creating a world through sound.
The Walkerby Heather Collins, 4’21”, USA, 2015
A little old lady devises an inventive way to cope with the fast-paced and less-than-considerate world around her.
Pawoby Antje Heyn, 7’38, Germany, 2015
PAWO (Tibetan for »being brave«) is the magical adventure of a little toy figure, who finds herself in a curious world.
La Mosca (The Fly) by Marco Di Gerlando, 7’30, Italy, 2015
While the rest of the kids have no problem drawing animals starting with the letter M, Carlotta experiences an artistic block.
Moose Emergency * written by a kid! *by Thomas Nicol and Becky Nicol, 2’10”, USA, 2015
A moose tries to do the right thing.
Zoeby Lou Quill, 3’15”, Australia, 2015
The story of a little girl who thinks big.
Les Talons Rouge (The Red Heels) by Olesya Shchukina, 1’24”, France / Russia, 2011A big adventure of a very little girl who lost her mom. The only clue the girl has is the red heels.
Capelito by Rodolfo Pastor, 5′, Argentina , 2013
The little mushroom that could is BACK! Winner of both morning Children Choice Awards in 2014 with a brand NEW story.
Lego Adventure in the Cityby Rogier Wieland, 3’17”, The Netherlands, 2015
A snake has to save his city from “the grey”! It is better then the Lego Movie because it is all real!
The Making of Lego Adventure in the Cityby Rogier Wieland, 3′, The Netherlands, 2015
See behind the scenes of how Lego Adventure in the City was made. You won’t believe how many Legos they had to use!
Special Programing
Animation from Ireland and France : 11:15 am THEATER ONE • 11:30 am THEATER TWO • all ages
We bring for the first time in the United States from the studio that brought you Song of the Sea, Cartoon Saloon’s critically acclaimed children’s show Puffin Rock
From Cartoon Saloon Oona is a smart young puffling, eager to learn and explore. She shares her funny escapades on Puffin Rock, with her sweet little brother, Baba and all their friends. Narrated by Chris O’Dowd, Puffin Rock follows the adventures of a family of puffins who live on a beautiful Irish island.
See two episodes today!
Puffin Rock – Pond LifeDirected by Maurice Joyce and Produced by Paul Young, Nora Twomey, Laura Campbell and John McDaid, 7′, Ireland, 2014
Puffin Rock – The Sad WhaleDirected by Maurice Joyce and Produced by Paul Young, Nora Twomey, Laura Campbell and John McDaid, 7′, Ireland, 2014
Followed by another treat this time from France, also never seen in the U.S.A., settle in for the delightful –
Dimtri in Ubuyu (w/eng. subtitles) §by Agnès Lecreux, 26′, France, 2014
Dimitri the little bird from northern Europe has landed in Ubuyu, Africa. Every day he learns to overcome his fears and discover a world full of surprises. In Ubuyu being different is an asset that he shares with Makeba the giraffe, Oko the zebra and Pili the meerkat.
§ subtitle reading will be provided by improv actors in THEATER 2 –The Planetarium
Sunday Afternoon — January 31, 2016
SHORT FILMS FOR AGES SEVEN AND UP : 1:45 pm THEATER ONE • 2:00 pm THEATER TWO
The Story of Percival Piltsby John Lewis and Jeanette Goody, 8′, Australia, 2015
A whimsical story about the challenges and charms of living an impractical life.
Bunny New Girlby Natalie van den Dungen, 5’54”, Australia, 2015
On her first day at a new school, a self conscious young girl learns that friendship can overcome difference.
Taking the Plungeby Thaddaeus Andreades, Nicholas Manfredi, Elizabeth Ku-Herrero and Marie Raoult, 6’43”, USA, 2015
When a young man’s ideal wedding proposal is put in jeopardy, he is forced to dive into unknown waters to salvage his plans.
Everybody’s Differentby Josh A. Kapusinski, 6’35”, USA, 2015
An uplifting portrait of a Brooklyn high school valedictorian who lives in a homeless shelter and is redefining the public perception of disability.
( Otto )by Job, Joris & Marieke, 10′, The Netherlands, 2015
The creators of “A Single Life” are back with the story about a woman who can’t have children steals the imaginary friend of a little girl and keeps this a secret from her husband.
Persevere: The Wilma Rudolph Story * wrote and preformed by kids *by Lisa Rossi and Tony Saxe, 10’54 , USA, 2015
The students of one second grade class at Jefferson Elementary School in Berkeley, CA share the journey of Olympic Gold Medalist Wilma Rudolph *
And so, we end today’s 7 & Up program with a Fairy Tale ~
The Tale of the Coconut (dubbed in english)by Marc Thümmler, 15’29”, Germany, 2015
The children of the South Sea island Karawara in Papua New Guinea tell us an old legend from their home: The Tale of the Coconut.
The Making of The Tale of the Coconutby Marc Thümmler, 5’34, Germany / Papua New Guinea, 2015
A beautiful behind the scenes look at the making of this charming fairy tale
* Followed immediately by Director’s Q&A with Lisa Rossi and members of the 2nd Grade Class of Jefferson Elementary School in Berkeley, CA about making Persevere: The Wilma Rudolph Story.
Sunday Afternoon Special Programing
MUSIC AND MOVEMENT PROGRAM : Beginning with Shorts for all ages : 2:15 pm THEATER ONE – 35 mins.*
Wipeoutby Paul Murphy, 5’14”, Great Britain, 2015
A man with chronic Obsessive Compulsive Disorder falls in love with a beautiful female jogger, and takes up running in a bid to win her heart.
A is for Aye-Aye : An Abecedarian Adventureby Augusta Palmer, 13’56”, USA, 2015
Nine year-old Iris is on an imagination quest through the New York Public Library’s Picture Collection. Made in honor of the 100th anniversary of NYPL Picture Collection. Can you name all of the things in the pictures?
Thriveby Paul Szynol, 13’15”, USA, 2015
A short documentary about the prodigious talent and irrepressible spirit of a musically precocious 12 year old blind boy who plays the piano.
44 Gattiby Mattia Francesco Laviosa, 3’10”, Italy, 2015
Amongst the feline Colony of Largo di Torre ArgenCna, lives a group of stray cats lead by a selfish, happy go‐lucky alpha cat. He will have to learn to share with others all to he classic Italian song “Forty‐Four Cats”
* we will open up theater 2 – the planetarium – if it is needed for overflow.
After the Shorts Join us for a fun, energetic documentary about children’s hand clapping games – 2:50 pm
Let’s Get the Rhythm
by Irene Chagall, 53′, USA, 2014
The wondrous hand-clapping games of inner-city playgrounds in New York City and the remote corners of the world alike become a music genre and a fertile subject for exploration in this delightful homage to the beauty of the beat. 8-year-old girls charm with personal insights of the hand-clapping experience, while archival footage collected by Alan Lomax and choice observations by ethnomusicologists, folklorists, and just plain folks stress the empowering impact of the practice on the lives of children and women. Q & A and maybe some hand clapping with director Irene Chagall directly following the screening.
Screening of TODAY’S Workshop Shorts! (all ages) : 4:15 pm THEATER ONE
A highlight of the festival and something fantastic not to miss! This is one of the events that makes BAICFF unique. During the day, all the tiny films being shot by our young filmmakers in the Pixilation and Found Objects workshops have been edited together with sound and music added by Berkeley City College film students to create an assembly of the day’s films for our filmmakers (and their parents) to see up on the big screen. Come see the films and applaud our young filmmakers as they take their bow!
Sign up for a workshop today!
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