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SHORTS FOR SHORTIES!

A family-friendly collection of films to animate and empower the next generation of bright-eyed achievers to dream big and bold, featuring epic adventures and friendships full of heart! Guest curated by Zaza Nguyen.

FREE for all youth and children.

In this program


Dancing in the Rain

Directed by Chao-chun Yeh

As the rain begins to fall, a young girl daydreams about a journey through town, accompanied by dancing mice and a calming musical number.

Shoreline

Directed by Paul Overstrom

A first-generation Filipina surfer juggles family and her future – all while finding confidence in the unpredictable tide.

I Dream About Colorful Earth

Directed by Will Kim

Vivid watercolor dances across paper, a poignant reminder of humanity’s resilient connection to the Earth and one another.

A Small Garden by the Window

Directed by LEE Jonghoon

In a bouncy, blob-filled world, everyday eco-friendliness leads to epic earth healing missions — teaching us the true power of home grown tomatoes and turning the dang sink off.

Ma Mao

Directed by Thanh Ngo

A little cat named Mao sneakily follows her owner around town, helping her escape claw-ful cat-astrophes.

How to Make a Friend

Directed by Bin He, Jinfei Ge, Julie Jarrier-Stettin, Myrtille Huet, Yuqiang Zhang

Two mates go on an adventure collecting parts to bring an old companion back to life, finding comfort and friendship in each other along the way.

Komaneko – A New Journey

Directed by Tsuneo Goda

Komaneko prepares to go on a trip with her grandpa, but hesitates leaving her stuffed friends behind. A heartFELT stop-motion animation about friendship and growing up.

Little Body Big Heart

Directed by Eli Huang, Teo Nalani

A young fish is driven out of his comfort zone when his heart leaps away in search of adventure. Quirky and vibrant, featuring bubbly music and self-evolution.

Dates & Times

UltraStar Cinemas Mission Valley

Sat, Nov 8
11:00 am