NZIFF recommends this programme for children aged 8+
Screened as part of NZIFF 2017
Animation for Kids 8+
Hold tight for a showcase of brilliant animated short films – curated for the curious. Whether you’re an inquisitive kid or long-time animation fan, there’s most certainly something for you. — NM
Outdoor Cinema 2014
A group of industrious creatures make an outdoor cinema to reflect the world around them.
Cats & Dogs 2015
One cat. One dog. You can probably anticipate how this might go.
Welcome to My Life 2015
A glimpse into a day in the life of Douglas, aka T-Kesh – just your average Monster-American teenager.
1 Minute Nature: Jellyfish Weather 2016
The sea is full of colour and underwater mystery in one boy’s true story of a day at the beach.
Jonas and the Sea 2015
Jonas casts aside everything in pursuit of his dream to live in the sea.
Nino & Felix 2015
Two boys, who are not particularly thrilled at being brought together, clash out their differences to find the ways in which they are more alike than not.
Little Mouse 2016
‘Little Mouse’ is a hugely talented swimmer who earned a spot at the Bucharest Youth Championship. Will she have what it takes to out-lap the big kids?
Sweaty Armpits 2016
Does anyone have a mop?
Water Path For a Fish 2016
Oscar rescues a goldfish from the clutches of hungry cats but, with the drought, has trouble caring for it. When the water returns, the trouble becomes keeping track of his new fishy friend.
G-AAAH 2016
Typographical flights of fancy tell the true story of typist-turned-aviator Amy Johnson.
Fire in Cardboard City 2017
There’s action aplenty for the Cardboard City Fire Department as they try to curb their first real fire.
Casse-croûte 2015
Come on a journey through a forest full of creatures looking for a snack.
Ma’agalim 2016
In a forgotten old penny arcade, a wooden doll is stuck in place and time.
A Small Escape 2016
A pair of scissors attempt to make an impressive escape.