Heartstrings (2016)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films for Children
Directed by: Michel Boujenah
France, 2016, 89 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 3
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A talented cellist and top student, 12-year-old Marie has a secret that she hasn’t shared with anyone at school: she has a degenerative eye disease. Her parents believe she should move to a leading medical facility for treatment, but Marie wants to finish the school year and audition for a prestigious music academy. Meanwhile, Marie offers to tutor her classmate Victor, who is having difficulties with his school work — and also harbours a secret crush on Marie. The two develop a strong friendship, and Marie eventually confides in Victor about her eyesight. Together, they hatch a plan: he will help cover up her deteriorating vision in class so she can finish the school year and perform her audition.
Pippi in the South Seas (1970)
Section: Days of Swedish Cinema
Directed by: Olle Hellbom
Sweden, Germany, 1970, 86 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 5
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With their parents on vacation, Tommy and Annika spend time with their wonderful friend Pippi Longstocking at her cottage Villa Villekulla, until she finds a bottle with a message from her father Captain Efraim Longstocking, who warns her that he was captured by a band of evil pirates led by Blood-Svente and Jock the Knife, who hold him prisoner in their castle on the island of Porto Piluse, so they can find the secret location of his treasure. Pippi, Tommy and Annika then travel to Porto Piluse to rescue her father before he is forced to reveal the whereabouts of his treasure...
Father and Daughter (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Chenglin Xie
China, 2016, 5 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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The story of a girl studying the uneven bars; by presenting the girl’s progress through life – from childhood to puberty, success and her relationship with her father – the film gives an outline of the girl’s life experience.
Scrambled (2017)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Bastiaan Schravendeel
Netherlands, 2017, 7 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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When 19-year-old Esra misses her train, she kills time playing a fast-paced, flashy game on her smartphone. But then a vintage Rubik’s Cube challenges her attention.
She's Got the Blush (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Els Decaluwe
Belgium, 2016, 5 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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Lotte, an extremely shy twelve-year-old goes through life with a severe blushing problem. Her inner world comes out for everyone to see and hear when she blushes. Life is full of embarrassing situations, and that's no different for Lotte.
A Festive Wind (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Marjolaine Perreten
Switzerland, France, 2016, 10 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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It is a beautiful May morning and a Swiss village is preparing for the festival of brass bands. Refreshment stalls are filled, trophies are polished, tables are spread out. Volunteers are excited about their work because they will soon meet their idols - members of the brass band.
The Garden under the Stars - Scary Dog (2017)
Section: Czech Films and TV, International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Martin Otevřel
Czech Republic, 2017, 7 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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In stories inspired by the Bible we meet Jesus, his friends Tomas and Peter, parents Mary and Joseph, animals and a grumpy neighbor. Emphasis is placed on compassion, help, love, and understanding – values that are valid regardless of religion.
Short Animations 3
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
International, 0, 56 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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Traces of My Brother (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Moritz Mayerhofer
Germany, 2016, 15 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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Max mourns over the death of his brother in the war. He tries to be like him and wants to join the army even though his parents don´t want to hear about it. Against their will, he goes to town to become a soldier. The accident on the way, however, ruins his plans.
The Garden (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Idil Ar Ucaner
Turkey, 2016, 7 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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A story of a girl who spent her early childhood in nature, then had to grow up in a big city... Days in the garden are full of joy, play, creativity and love. The little girl is complete in the garden!
Shine (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Johannes Flick, Alexander Dietrich
Germany, 2016, 5 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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A visual love story showing the importance of healthy competition. 'Shine' shows that it is not always the strongest, fastest or most attractive that wins; sometimes it is the inner light that shines the brightest.
The Mountain of SGaana (2017)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Christopher Auchter
Canada, 2017, 10 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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A magical tale of a young man who is stolen away to the spirit world and the young woman who rescues him. The film brilliantly entwines traditional animation with formal elements of Haida art.
Short Animations 5
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
International, 0, 48 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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Luxna (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Anthony Bonnard
France, 2016, 7 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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Tom, a daydreamer and astronomy enthusiast, is separated from his young girl friend Andreya. Driven by nostalgia and his childhood mission, Tom makes a promise to go to the moon one day.
Hedgehog's Home (2017)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Eva Cvijanovic
Canada, Croatia, 2017, 10 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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In a lush and lively forest lives a hedgehog. He is respected and envied by the other animals. But Hedgehog’s devotion to his home annoys a few insatiable beasts, who march off to Hedgehog’s home and face a prickly standoff.
Running Lights (2017)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Gediminas Siaulys
Lithuania, 2017, 11 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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When a wild hare dies, some children find his body and bury it in a sand box. Now buried, the hare’s life fades away and dozens of magical creatures that lived inside him leave his body in search for a new home.
Keiro (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Tatiana Juskewicz, Benoît Leloup, Franck Menigoz, Zoé Nérot, Charlotte Poncin
France, 2016, 5 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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A beautiful story about a unique friendship that lasts until maturity. Fantasy as our greatest friend guides us on the journey through childhood and leaves us the at the threshold of adolescence.
Three Nuts for Cinderella (1973)
Section: Golden Slipper for Special Contribution in Children´s and Youth Cinema
Directed by: Václav Vorlíček
Czech Republic, 1973, 85 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 4
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When Cinderella's father dies, she's left to the mercy of her step-mother and her daughter. Neither of them like Cinderella and do everything possible to make sure she can't go to the ball where the local prince is to choose a bride. Fate, however, wants more for Cinderella than do the two evil women...
Kai (2016)
Section: Panorama
Directed by: Lee Sung-gang
South Korea, 2016, 96 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 5
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From the icy lake of the Snow Queen, the adventure of Kai is about to begin! In grasslands of Central Asia, the brother and sister Kai and Shamui are running over a snow-covered mountain chased by the wolves. Suddenly, they get swept away by a massive avalanche and only Kai gets rescued by their mother and the tribe. Shamui is lost in the icy lake of the Hattan, the notorious Snow Queen. Eight years later, the attacks from the wolves and Hattan get severe and Kai decides to become a warrior and protect his village. For his sister and the whole tribe, Kai’s brave adventure against the Snow Queen begins.
Goodbye Berlin (2016)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films for Youth
Directed by: Fatih Akin
Germany, 2016, 93 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 6
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Fourteen is not easy under normal circumstances, and Maik’s are anything but. His dysfunctional family life, plus conspicuous unpopularity with classmates, means being stuck with the (ostracized) new kid is a curse. Almost as bad as not being invited to Tatjana’s birthday party – she’s the hottest girl in class. Summer vacation? His wealthy errant parents have their own plans. No big deal. Until ‘Tschick’ shows up, admiring everything about Maik’s “kick-ass” life. Somehow, Tschick convinces him to drop-by Tatjana’s party; their exit makes a bit impression and Maik realizes Tschick’s demeanor is his strength. The boys then embark on a road trip. Maik’s rewards are another new friend (Müller), and the best summer ever. Its repercussions are life altering and, who wants to wait fifty years?