Paper Tales (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Alexey Mironov
Russia, 2016, 6 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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The adventures of two cardboard friends – the elk Aristotle and the woodpecker Tyuk-Tyuk. They live in a world where everything is made of paper, cardboard and stationery. Each episode is an adventure and detective story.
The Lost Letter (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Kealan O' Rourke
Ireland, 2016, 8 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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Christmas is a time of fulfilled wishes. A little boy longs for a space rocket and can not wait for Santa Claus. However his strange neighbour, an old lady, doesn´ t feel enjoying the joy of Christmas. As a child she stopped believing in miracles. But her new friend will help to renew this belief.
Piglet's Journey (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Dace Riduze
Latvia, 2016, 13 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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Little Piglet prefers sweet, lazy sleep than engaging in any housework. He gets offended when his friends ask for help. When he hears rumors of rich relatives in the forest, he goes in search for a better life.
Short Animations 4
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
International, 0, 46 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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The Penguin (2016)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Pascale Hecquet
France, 2016, 5 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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A penguin finds life in the North Pole too chilly for its liking and decides to go to the tropics. He dreams of basking in the sun! But it is very hot in the tropics and all the fruit is giving him a stomach ache.
The Little Bird And the Caterpillar (2017)
Section: International Competition of Animated Films for Children
Directed by: Lena von Döhren
Switzerland, 2017, 4 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema 2
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High above in a maple tree the little Bird cherishes and nurtures the green leaves of his home. When a hungry caterpillar tries to eat the appetizing leaves, the Bird lures away the glutton and an adventurous journey begins.
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.