Animation Showcase! A reel of short animation from around the world, some of the best and most creative all-ages animation on the planet, including films from Spain, Ireland, UK, Netherlands, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, China, Russia, Mexico, Italy, Australia, and Japan. (A)
Jet Devereux Milburn/Annie Minogue The inherent optimism and spontaneity of youth is seen in this inspiring music video. (L) (USA)
Airburst, the Soda of Doom Dani Bowman Based on the popular children's video-game adventure! (A) (USA)
Lami Christopher and Oliver DeFaye Musical notes with personalities show music has a life of its own. (A) (Japan)
The Plastic Pest Jessica Hokanson Insects made of plastic bags enjoy nature from a different perspective. (A) (USA)
Follow Nicholas Mastrangelo In this music video by the band Haunted by Heroes, bravery wins out in a battle involving robots and monsters.
I've Awoken Nicholas Mastrangelo A robot crash lands on a planet and tries to settle into his new "home"...until he begins to miss the things that warmed his heart the most.
Made by Children! Various This year's version of short animation from around the world made by children, presented in partnership with the Varazdin Croatia Animation Festival. Films from Croatia, Russia, Belgium, Africa, and France. (A) (Global)
A Hitch at the Fairmont Craig Lew Birds gather ominously, like a Hitchcock film. But perhaps they have something good in mind. An ode to reading, based on the book by Jim Averbeck. (A)(USA)
Munchimonster! Charlotte Puerin The Munchimonster and friends help kids learn more about good eating and the fun and health benefits of exercise, in the films Munchercise with Munchy Monster, How to Save Seeds, and more. (A) (USA)
Mish and Mash Caroline Cunningham Oakes Mish and Mash are tiny creatures who make the most of new adventures. (A) (New Zealand)
The Ant and the Grasshopper Andrew Aiton An ant and a grasshopper discover a pile of food. What's next? (A) (USA)
The Frog and the Ox Andrew Aiton A frog seeks to be as strong as an ox? Is it possible? (A) (USA)
Today's Headline Arem Kim One man faces peril, with some strange obstacles in the way. (A) (USA)
Baseball Boogie Vivian Lee LeRon is the best ball player in the neighborhood, but for this young slugger, every home run is like a strikeout. (A) (USA)
Turngaait Paul-Emile Boucher An Inuit child wanders away from his village, fascinated by a wild bird. (A) (France)
What I Got Kevin Davis/Bill Mumy Bill Mumy, aka Joe Busker, gets transported into a Humphrey Bogart movie by unknown forces, when he meets a mysterious girl at the Santa Monica Pier. A tribute to John Houston's African Queen. (L/A)
The Wishing Well Rod Maxwell One woman's quest for love takes her to a wishing well. An all-time festival favorite. Directed by and starring Rod Maxwell, star of the SyFy Channel series Face Off. Rod Maxwell in person at the screening! (L/A) (USA)
Lost and Found Philip Hunt A boy and a penguin find friendship and adventure. Who is lost, and who is found? (A) (UK)
Some of the best shorts from the past 11 years of the festival. Take a trip back in time, enjoying again some of the all-time favorites! (A, L, D)
Dead Bug Julio Benito Cabrera Don't be too quick to judge nature. It may surprise you. A colorful animation-meets-live action treat. (L) (Puerto Rico)
A Film by Abigail Paul Vernon A child discusses her new toy video camera she received for Christmas, leading her to create and explain the characters and plot of an intricate story she has for a film. (D) (UK)
Bunny Business Rebecca Olson A young man needs to fix his favorite stuffed animal. (A) (USA)
Luminaris Juan Pablo Zaramella In a world controlled and timed by light, an ordinary man has a plan that could change the natural order of things. (L/A) (Spain)
Bottle Kirsten Lepore This stop-motion short details a transoceanic conversation via bottle. (A) (USA)
Move Mountain Kirsten Lepore A girl journeys through a vibrant, pulsing, macrocosmic landscape. (A) (USA)
Cootie Contagion Joshua Smooha Biohazard. Cootie levels: Maximum. Patient: Matt. Infected by: Rebecca. Patient still interested in her. Patient must be quarantined! (L) (USA)
Soup Meghan Artes Soup takes on many different flavors. The ABCs of soup. (A) (USA)
The Plant Jennifer Oxley A girl devises a creative solution to get her kite from the branches of a tall tree. (A) (USA)
Yarn, Paper, Scissors Rebecca Olson A stop-motion animated short about a yarn critter that must save his paper friend from a malevolent pair of scissors. (A) (USA)
Fish Tank Fantasy Alison Chin Frustrated by the boundaries of life, a fish has an epiphany that could bring him happiness. (A) (USA)
Bubble Maija Burnett A boy's adventure takes him higher than he imagined. (A) (USA)
Closed Albert Radl A locked door. A stubborn person. Who wins? (A) (Germany)
Lightheaded Mike Dacko Teamwork and loyalty while on the run. (A) (USA)
The Mantis Parable Josh Staub A parable of friendship, hope, and promises kept. (A) (USA)
