Join us at the movies and have a blast with this selection of the most popular films for kids ages three to five from last year’s BAMkids Film Festival, featuring food that comes to life, a friendly cactus, and more!
Kids in Winter (2023)
Dir. Maing Caochong, 3min
China
Nonverbal
In the cold winter, an unexpected snowstorm can be an inescapable challenge. At the icy mouth of a cave, a group of rabbits realize they’ll need to make a concerted effort if they want to make it home. Little do they know they will have guests.
Dormouse (2022)
Dir. Julia Ocker, 4min
Germany
Nonverbal
The dormouse overslept and missed his birthday party!
Make it Myself (2023)
Dir. Mélissa Smith, 4min
US
In English
Packed with energy, creativity, and concrete ideas for educational and sustainable projects, this upbeat video encourages kids to think about what they can make themselves, rather than buying new.
What's in That Crate (2023)
Dir. Bram Algoed, 9min
Belgium
Nonverbal
Meet a pilot, a captain, a train driver, a van driver, a mail person, a little girl, and one giant mysterious crate. What’s in that crate?
Stan and Sven: A Plan to Help Stan (2022)
Dir. Amber Stacey, 3min
Australia
In English
Fun-loving alien Sven is on a mission to cheer up his buddy Stan, a robot who has been walking around with a frown for far too long. Sven quickly realizes this is going to be harder than he thought.
Hug Me (2023)
Dir. Yunjeong Jeong, 4min
Republic of Korea
Nonverbal
A stranded water balloon meets a lonely cactus in the desert, resulting in a very unlikely friendship.
Blueberry (2023)
Dir. Stephanie Glover, 5min
US
Nonverbal
A practical, determined boy has a change of heart when his favorite food comes to life.
Cake Ballad (2022)
Dir. Meike Fehre, 4min
Germany
In German with English subtitles
It’s the little green cactus’s birthday and Charlie bakes him a cake. But, fresh out of the oven, someone has already taken a bite!
The Sound Collector - Mood Music (2023)
Dir. Chris Tichborne, 5min
US
In English
Explore the sights and sounds of the world you love through the eyes and ears of a little Sound Collector, who adventures into the woods and discovers that music and sound can change how he feels about the world around him.
Kiri and Lou: Rockaroonie (2023)
Dir. Harry Sinclair, 5min
New Zealand
In English
Deep in a New Zealand forest, Kiri and Lou plan an extra, extra special surprise party for their new friend Rockaroonie. What could possibly go wrong?
Three Trees (2022)
Dirs. Mathias Richard Horhager & Aaron Hong, 5min
Canada
In English
As the seasons change, three little trees learn about friendship, themselves, and their place in the world.
Ages 3—5
UPCOMING Performances
RUNNING TIME
55min
VENUE
TICKET INFORMATION
Children (Ages 13 & under): $10
General Admission: $14
Members: $9
Please note: A $1.50 processing fee per ticket will be added to your order
General Admission: $14
Members: $9
Please note: A $1.50 processing fee per ticket will be added to your order
All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff.
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