Young Audiences Competition Block - SEAF 2024
Sunday, October 20, 2024 - 1:00 PM - MICA Falvey Hall Theatre
Runtime = 75 minutes
Films suitable for ages 6+
Q&A with animators in attendance after the screening
Go to this Eventbrite Ticket Link
On the Eventbrite site - Select Sunday, October 20 for your chosen date. Then click the orange tickets button and find this specific event to reserve a seat for this screening.
$12 for individual tickets / $80 for all-access festival pass (gets you into all screenings/events of the festival)
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The Young Audiences competition block is packed with hilarious characters and wonderful worlds including 14 animated shorts from 10 countries! This one is for kids and grownup kids. A monster at the pool, critters on islands, a spotless leopard, an epic video game, magic crayons, axolotl sailors, a skiddish bunny, green pennies, a monster in the closet, graffiti explosion, escape from math class, a cat slows down the world, musical witch, and a helpful bat.
Monster
Director - Piers Goffart & Eric Giessmann
Country - Germany
Time - 4:51
A monster, desperate to fit in among humans, hides behind a human disguise but is forced to confront the truth about himself when a visit to an indoor pool leads to a dramatic unravelling of his identity.  
The Wannabe
Director - Daye An & Dasom An
​Country - Republic of Korea
Time - 2:08
On a barren island, a curious creature discovers a mysterious object floating towards the shore one day. Placing it on its island, it feels a surge of joy, but soon realizes how dull the island truly is compared to neighboring islands. Eager to be special like them, it starts to collect more objects and decorate the island. As its obsession grows, the situation starts to spiral out of control.  
The Missing Spots
Director - Astrid Rothaug
Country - Austria
Time - 2:30
A little leopard born without dots learns to accept himself just the way he is.
Hero's Journey
Director - Ash Suh & Wes Smith
Country - United States
Time - 8:36
Hero’s Journey is a 2D and 3D animation by SVA MFACA students Wes Smith and Ash Suh about the main character of a video game who is unable to control his actions. Hero’s Journey reframes the common story structure of mythic adventures through the modern perspective of a role-playing video game. It also serves as an homage to some of our favorite childhood games such as Legend of Zelda, Dragon Quest, and Super Mario Bros. Featuring rising star Christopher Sean Cooper Jr. (Sweet Tooth) as the voice of the Gamer, and Wes Smith as the voice of the titular character, Hero’s Journey combines laughter and heartbreak into one action-packed adventure.
Alwan
Director - Qais Sarhan
Country - United Kingdom
Time - 2:50
Meet Alwan, a cheerful child longing for a friend. After a series of disappointments, a box of crayons unexpectedly brings magic into his life. The crayons come alive, creating a vibrant world filled with joy and friendship. In this magical world, Alwan discovers that his imagination holds the key to happiness. The story celebrates the power of creativity and the simple joys found within our imagination.
Slap The Deck
Director - Erim Cetinel
Country - Turkey
Time - 5:20
In this classic style cartoon a jealous sailor tries to get rid of the new prodigy who seems to get all the love, but his plans just seem to blow up in his face.
Flower Lantern in the Woods
Director - Yiling Zeng
Country - China
Time - 6:10
A timid rabbit roams in the woods looking for a proper shelter. Waked up by a gleam of light one night, she encounters a mysterious shadow. As the unforeseen danger approaches, a mouse with a flower lantern comes into her sight.
MetKids Create: Why Do Pennies Turn Green?
Director - Lisa LaBracio
Country - United States
Time - 2:33
Have you ever noticed that some old pennies look almost…green? In this experiment, use vinegar and salt to get to the bottom of how and why pennies turn green.
KIDO
Director - Luna González Rede
Country - Mexico
Time - 4:18
Kido is about a little girl who is stalked every night by a monster that comes out of her closet and makes her live in fear, she escapes the monster everytime, but the problem won't be solved until she decides to face her fear and go on an adventure into the  world inside the closet to eliminate the monster.
Paint It!
Director - Jenny Yi
Country - Canada
Time - 6:34
Emma Star, a young graffiti artist, has run out of places to paint in the monochromatic city she calls home. Her search for the perfect canvas leads her deeper into the city’s streets, where she encounters the city’s villainous ruler, THE SCREEN. Can Star complete her masterpiece before THE SCREEN finishes her off? 
Kid Nature
Director - James Moutsos
Country - United States
Time - 13:34
A young boy attempting to escape the mundanity of junior high runs away into the woods, only to find a preschooler who snuck into his backpack during his escape. Together, the two must embark on an adventure full of excitement, hand to hand combat, monkeys, and friendship.
Spun Out
Director - Tommy Adzema
Country - United States
Time - 2:01
After chasing a yarn ball to the center of the earth. A cat accidentally disrupts the clockwork gears that keep the planet stable.
Broomsticks on Broadway
Director - Gordon Howie
Country - United Kingdom
Time - 5:12
Fellinda Cauldron is inspired by the moon to make a magical dancing potion - can she over come her doubts and complete her bubbling brew? Broomsticks on Broadway celebrates the joyful aspects of the creative process; paying homage to MGM musicals and old Hollywood glamour with a spooky twist.
Filante
Director - Marion Jamault
Country - France
Time - 8:49
Every night, Paulette observes the same shooting star in the sky. She makes her deepest wish : to find her mysteriously missing pet rat. The days go by, but the animal doesn't return. Paulette wants to understand what's wrong with her star.