Reel images for real communities
Sometimes it’s hard to be on your own and see the world in your own special way, but in the long run, this can make us stronger and smarter. The films in this program explore how you can be an active global citizen, through empathy, care and patience. They remind us to take a second and understand that not everyone sees the world in the same way – and that’s a good thing. Students will learn about the creative process, empathy, patience, bullying, family conflict and ecological cultivation.
Little Ami finds out her mother must leave on a business trip. Mom tells her a white lie to appease her while she is away. Find out what happens when the innocent lie turns true in a way neither of them expected.
Gonzalo San Vicente is an independent film producer and director from Uruguay.
Uka is a little girl who lives in a grey abandoned factory. While she’s painting of of her canvas, she finds a way of changing how she sees the world.
Uka is Valle Comba Canales’s first short film as director.
A little girl befriends a hole in her garden, discovering that patience and a helping hand can make a big difference when you want something to grow.
Maribel Suárez is a mexican illustrator of children’s books and an award winning filmmaker.
A starry night in a humble neighbourhood somewhere in Latin America. Oscar is sleeping when a sudden gust of wind wakes him up. From his window he sees a goldfish in a dirty puddle, gasping for air.
Mercedes Marro has more than 25 years of experience in the animation industry.
For young Amelia, empowering herself will mean coming clean with what she’s hiding in her closet.
Halima Lucas is a writer and director from California. Amelia’s Closet (16), was a finalist at the 43rd Student Academy Awards.