Kids

This is the story of a little girl who is different. She lives in Coyoacan, Mexico. Bubbly and full of life, she is curious about everything. And when she encounters an obstacle, she responds with an overflowing imagination. This little girl is none other than Frida Kahlo! A family film, full of colour and music, celebrating the childhood of an unforgettable artist!

Liv, an intrepid young girl, dreams of escaping from her forest. One day, she meets a mysterious polar bear and follows him to his ice castle. A friendship develops that could blossom into love, for this bear is none other than the bewitched Prince Valemon – bear by day, man by night. The film is based on one of Scandinavia's best-known folk tales.

Ben, a 12-year-old boy, is just entering puberty. After a medical check-up, his weight becomes a problem – for him as for everyone else. The other children start making fun of him, leaving his divorced parents at a loss as to how they can help. Despite his love of food and talent as a cook, Ben takes the radical decision to go on a diet …

Tony, who was born with the ability to glow, has never left his home. Wearing a multiform mask, he dreams of having friends. His life is turned upside down by the arrival of his new neighbour, Shelly. Together, they set off in search of the mysterious voice that echoes within the walls of their building.

In the North, a Bear gives up her hibernation to find her friend Bird, who has migrated to the South. In the course of a perilous and enchanting journey, she discovers the strength of her love and develops a taste for adventure. But when she reaches her destination, will she find her friend? A colourful and lyrical film preceded by three short films celebrating friendship.

Lola is the big sister of 5-year-old Simon, who lives in a world of his own. By observing him, she notices his sensitivity to the small, hidden sounds of everyday life. With her friend Rolih, Lola decides to build a sound machine to communicate with him. This film is preceded by three short films.

Shiny days … What does that mean exactly? It’s when the sky is lit up in golden hues after a violent storm, for instance, but it’s also the captivating screen of a smartphone, the joy of learning to write, the glittering stars and the brilliant reflection of a frozen lake. A programme of five brand-new short films!

A weasel, whose absurd job is to sell ties, roams the countryside. Considered a pest and constantly on the move, she decides to try her luck in the forest. Her fate is about to change when she meets a strange hedgehog … This film is preceded by two short films.

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