Date: 30.12. – 30.12.2024
Time: 16:50
Title: Fest Anča: Best Animated Films for Kids 2024 | For Kids
Location: Kino Lumiere (K2), Špitálska 4, Bratislava
Organizer: Kino Lumiere (K2), K2
Event Description:
The Fest Anča: Best Animated Films for Kids 2024 screening offers a collection of the best contemporary short films for children, showcasing unique animated works that cannot be seen elsewhere. The festival organizers have curated a selection of films that promise unforgettable visual and narrative experiences from the world of animation. This diverse selection, aimed primarily at children and families, offers a mix of fun, lessons, original artistic approaches, imaginative visual styles, and unique techniques found in auteur animation.
Recommended Age: 4+
Films:
- Homecoming by Eva Matejovičová (12 min., 2024, Czech Republic)
After a forest fire caused by humans, a young bark girl loses her family, suffers burns on her hand, and must navigate the dangerous human world on her own. - Inflatable Fish by Julia Ocker (4 min., 2023, Germany)
In an ocean full of big, dangerous fish, an inflatable fish tries to look as big and strong as possible. - Squeezing by Gurli Bachmann (7 min., 2022, Germany)
During a washing cycle, a sock initially fears being lost, only to discover other clothes trying out its friendship. A pair of socks ultimately learns to embrace their differences. The film emphasizes themes of friendship and openness. - The Rain Boy by Barbara Brunner (5 min., 2023, Switzerland)
The Rain Boy, an unconventional gardener who grows clouds from raindrops, accidentally injures the vain sun. He later works with the clouds to restore sunny cheer despite gloomy forecasts. - Butterfly by Suncana Brkulj (8 min., 2024, Croatia, Denmark)
A community of garden creatures contributes to the flow of life using water from a fountain. When a butterfly gets stuck in the fountain, it faces an unknown situation. - Exchange by Myojung Noh (5 min., 2023, South Korea)
Tyrano, who plays tennis alone, meets Brachi. However, their attempt at playing together is hindered by Brachi’s frequent falls. Despite Tyrano’s efforts to protect Brachi, Brachi’s growing disinterest in tennis raises questions about their partnership. - Battery Mom by Seungbae Jeon (9 min., 2023, South Korea)
Battery Mom works on various tasks. When the children are asleep, she discovers that the Christmas tree in the children’s room is on fire. She quickly rushes to the fire alarm to save the sleeping children.
Ticket Information:
Tickets available via the festival’s official channels.