Max's Words
When his brothers won't share their collections of stamps and coins, Max starts a collection of his own, made up of words. One word leads to another, and suddenly Max discovers he has a story worth telling - and sharing! Artfully narrated by T.R. Knight, with music by Jerry Hunt. Directed by Galen Fott and Jerry Hunt.
Age: 5-10.
10 min.
Independent short from WESTON WOODS STUDIOS/SCHOLASTIC Alondra Smiles
With the love and support of her grandparents and friends, Alondra is planning to have a very special fifteenth birthday. Her spoiled cousin Tatiana, however, has her own aspirations and is willing to ruin anyone's life to get her way. Starring Natalie Gomez, Paloma Rodriguez, Anthony Marquez, Jill Remez, Hugo Daniel Delgado, Brandon Miradi, Crystal Havens, Marie Lusher, Sno E. Blac, Alicyn Dawn Packard, Manny Cazz, Felipe Alejandro, Lori Berlanga, Patrick O'Conner, Felipe DeMarco, Otto "Tito" Strucke, Ciera Danielle, Jose V. Villa, Josefina Ortega-Villa. Written, directed and produced by Conchita Nora Villa, a graduate of UCLA Film School. Adult Juror Comments: Two girls, one sweet, one spoiled - Good tween show that delivers a heartwarming story where family and friendship is valued over material and superficial elements. Well paced. Teaches about the special fifteenth birthday celebration for Latino families. Entertaining family film that is somewhat predictable but has enough twists to keep it engaging. You really are drawn in by the characters. Biggest drawback is its length - just under two hours.
Age: 11-15.
115 min.
Independent feature from VILLA MEDIA PRODUCTIONS Virginia Lee Burton: A Sense of Place
Virginia Lee Burton was one of the most significant and groundbreaking author/illustrators of the 20th century. For over sixty years, her classic picture books have delighted children with their engaging stories and lively illustrations. This documentary explores Burton's life and art through a treasure trove of never before seen photographs, sketchbooks and interviews with family and friends.
Age: 8-12.
40 min.
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