Thu 09.09.2021 | 08:40Martin and the Magical Forest (2021)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Petr Oukropec
Czech Republic, Germany, Slovak Republic, 2021, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 2
Score:
InfoMartin (or "Mazel") is addicted to his phone; nature and the forest are anathema to him. He has to go to a camp in the woods where phones are forbidden; he's never experienced anything like it. There’s a big camp game every team wants to win, but Mazel lacks the skills to win. One night, he discovers that the forest is full of mysterious magical creatures and the forest creatures need a few of Mazel's things in order stop the nearby miners and their test drillings. Helping Mazel, they turn him into an experienced woodsman, leading his team to victory. But it is not advisable to play too much with ancient forest creatures; water disappears from the forest, tensions with the miners grows, and people become suspicious of Mazel. An inconspicuous camp adventure leads to a finale where the fighting creatures of the forest stop hiding.
Thu 09.09.2021 | 10:00Even Mice Belong to Heaven (2021)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Denisa Grimmová, Jan Bubeníček
Czech Republic, France, Poland, Slovak Republic, 2021, 87 min
Projection place: Kongresové centrum
Score:
Two enemies, the mouse Šupito and the fox Bělobřich, meet again (reluctantly) in the animal afterlife after an unfortunate event. With the absence of natural instincts and the unusual distance from earthly things, a friendly bond develops between them over time. Their desire to stay friends forever is fulfilled even after returning to earth, where they are inadvertently born in exchanged roles. Friendship can overcome even the seemingly impossible.
Thu 09.09.2021 | 15:00Kids are Fine (2021)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Ji Won LEE
South Korea, 2021, 108 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 6
Score:
With an ailing mother and a very busy father, Da-yi is used to doing everything by himself. His family moves closer to his mother’s hospital so Da-yi can visit his mother every day. Though in a new neighborhood and school, Da-yi does not feel lonely as long as he is with his mother. He visits his mother every day to spend time with her. Gradually adjusting to his new school, Da-yi becomes best friends with his classmates Yu-jin and Min-ho. As he spends more time with his friends, he spends less time thinking about his mother. However, when his mother’s condition worsens and she is transferred to a faraway hospital, Da-yi gets worried that he may never see her again and heads out on the search with his friends.
Fri 10.09.2021 | 08:10Dragon Girl (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Katarina Launing
Norway, Netherlands, Czech Republic, 2020, 82 min
Projection place: Kongresové centrum
Score:
Christmas is just around the corner in the little village Borington and everyone is preparing for the holidays – everyone except for 10-year-old refugee Sara. Afraid of having to leave the country, she constantly hides from the police and takes refuge in vacant houses. One day, everything changes when she has an incredible encounter. A shy animal has lost its way and crashes into the very same house. She can hardly believe her own eyes when she realizes it is a dragon. When the aspiring YouTube star Mortimer (10) comes to his neighbor’s house and finds them, Sara and her new friend seem to be in danger… Can the three outsiders overcome their fears and team up?
Fri 10.09.2021 | 09:40Spaceboy (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Olivier Pairoux
Belgium, 2020, 100 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
Score:
Arriving in a new town with his dad, Jim, a gifted 11-year-old boy, has to participate in a young scientist competition with his new classmate Emma. Jim convinces her to secretly build a real air balloon. Pursuing his father’s dream of going to space, Jim drags her into an adventure which brings them closer.
Fri 10.09.2021 | 10:30Poly (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Nicolas Vanier
France, 2020, 92 min
Projection place: Kongresové centrum
Score:
Ten-year-old Cécile has a hard time adapting to life in the village her mother, which she has just returned to. The arrival of a travelling circus finally offers her some distraction. Everyone rushes to see Poly, the flagship pony. When Cécile finds out its owner Brancalou mistreats the animal, she saves Poly! Hiding her new pony friend from the adults, Cecile finds unexpected allies in the mysterious Victor and the kids of the village. With Brancalou on their tracks, Cecile and Poly embark on an adventure full of danger and surprises...
Fri 10.09.2021 | 16:00Wolfwalkers (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Ross Stewart, Tomm Moore
Ireland, United States of America, 2020, 102 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 3
Score:
In a time of superstition and magic, a young apprentice hunter, Robyn Goodfellowe, journeys to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last wolf pack. While exploring the forbidden lands outside the city walls, Robyn befriends a free-spirited girl, Mebh, a member of a mysterious tribe rumored to have the ability to transform into wolves by night. As they search for Mebh’s missing mother, Robyn uncovers a secret that draws her further into the enchanted world of the Wolfwalkers and risks turning into the very thing her father is tasked to destroy.
Sat 11.09.2021 | 09:30Dragon Girl (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Katarina Launing
Norway, Netherlands, Czech Republic, 2020, 82 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 5
Score:
Christmas is just around the corner in the little village Borington and everyone is preparing for the holidays – everyone except for 10-year-old refugee Sara. Afraid of having to leave the country, she constantly hides from the police and takes refuge in vacant houses. One day, everything changes when she has an incredible encounter. A shy animal has lost its way and crashes into the very same house. She can hardly believe her own eyes when she realizes it is a dragon. When the aspiring YouTube star Mortimer (10) comes to his neighbor’s house and finds them, Sara and her new friend seem to be in danger… Can the three outsiders overcome their fears and team up?
Sun 12.09.2021 | 09:30Martin and the Magical Forest (2021)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Petr Oukropec
Czech Republic, Germany, Slovak Republic, 2021, 80 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 5
Score:
Martin (or "Mazel") is addicted to his phone; nature and the forest are anathema to him. He has to go to a camp in the woods where phones are forbidden; he's never experienced anything like it. There’s a big camp game every team wants to win, but Mazel lacks the skills to win. One night, he discovers that the forest is full of mysterious magical creatures and the forest creatures need a few of Mazel's things in order stop the nearby miners and their test drillings. Helping Mazel, they turn him into an experienced woodsman, leading his team to victory. But it is not advisable to play too much with ancient forest creatures; water disappears from the forest, tensions with the miners grows, and people become suspicious of Mazel. An inconspicuous camp adventure leads to a finale where the fighting creatures of the forest stop hiding.
Sun 12.09.2021 | 13:30Trash (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Luca Della Grotta, Francesco Dafano
Italy, 2020, 88 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 3
Score:
Boxes, bottles, cans. Garbage. Abandoned everywhere. Ignored by everyone. Inert. Until nightfall. Slim is an old cardboard box. Resigned to his fate, he does not believe in the legend of the Magic Pyramid: a magical place where it’s possible for all garbage to be Carriers again, useful to themselves and others. His life changes when a small box, Spark, interrupts his routine. Spark involves Slim and his pal Bubbles in an adventure which will take him to a place where he belongs, a toy store. But someone is looking for Spark: the discarded Kudo, lord of the landfill. Kudo’s gang pursues the group until they capture him. After an epic battle Slim saves Spark and they are able to find the Magic Pyramid. At its feet their destiny is fulfilled, they are given a second chance: another life.
Sun 12.09.2021 | 16:00Poly (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Nicolas Vanier
France, 2020, 92 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 3
Score:
Ten-year-old Cécile has a hard time adapting to life in the village her mother, which she has just returned to. The arrival of a travelling circus finally offers her some distraction. Everyone rushes to see Poly, the flagship pony. When Cécile finds out its owner Brancalou mistreats the animal, she saves Poly! Hiding her new pony friend from the adults, Cecile finds unexpected allies in the mysterious Victor and the kids of the village. With Brancalou on their tracks, Cecile and Poly embark on an adventure full of danger and surprises...
Mon 13.09.2021 | 08:40Kids are Fine (2021)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Ji Won LEE
South Korea, 2021, 108 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 2
Score:
With an ailing mother and a very busy father, Da-yi is used to doing everything by himself. His family moves closer to his mother’s hospital so Da-yi can visit his mother every day. Though in a new neighborhood and school, Da-yi does not feel lonely as long as he is with his mother. He visits his mother every day to spend time with her. Gradually adjusting to his new school, Da-yi becomes best friends with his classmates Yu-jin and Min-ho. As he spends more time with his friends, he spends less time thinking about his mother. However, when his mother’s condition worsens and she is transferred to a faraway hospital, Da-yi gets worried that he may never see her again and heads out on the search with his friends.
Mon 13.09.2021 | 09:40Only Time for Loving (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Liang Ming
China, 2020, 98 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
Score:
A college student starts teaching at a rural school as a volunteer. As a girl from the city, she tries to adapt to local living conditions. It's not easy. One little boy in particular causes her a lot of trouble. All she thinks about is leaving this God-forgotten place. But she gradually discovers the beauty of the mountain landscape, where she can read poetry to her students in nature under a 100-old tree. She also finds a connection to her five students and tries to fix their difficult lives. At the end of her volunteer work, the teacher must say goodbye to her beloved students.
Mon 13.09.2021 | 15:00Wolfwalkers (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Ross Stewart, Tomm Moore
Ireland, United States of America, 2020, 102 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 1
Score:
In a time of superstition and magic, a young apprentice hunter, Robyn Goodfellowe, journeys to Ireland with her father to wipe out the last wolf pack. While exploring the forbidden lands outside the city walls, Robyn befriends a free-spirited girl, Mebh, a member of a mysterious tribe rumored to have the ability to transform into wolves by night. As they search for Mebh’s missing mother, Robyn uncovers a secret that draws her further into the enchanted world of the Wolfwalkers and risks turning into the very thing her father is tasked to destroy.
Mon 13.09.2021 | 16:30Sisters: The Summer We Found Our Superpowers (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Arild Østin Ommundsen, Silje Salomonsen
Norway, 2020, 77 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 4
Score:
Vega (9) and her wild sister Billie (5) are going on an overnight outdoors hike in the Norwegian woods. The anticipated trip is full of sweet adventures and happy moments until their father falls into a mountain crack and twists his ankle. Unable to move, he asks Vega and Billie to get help. Initially girls feel lost, but after several magical and mysterious encounters in the woods, they embrace the mission! They bravely face their fears, discover their superpowers, and find strength in sisterhood!
Tue 14.09.2021 | 15:00Spaceboy (2020)
Section: International Competition of Feature Films in the Children’s Category
Directed by: Olivier Pairoux
Belgium, 2020, 100 min
Projection place: Golden Apple Cinema, sál 1
Score:
Arriving in a new town with his dad, Jim, a gifted 11-year-old boy, has to participate in a young scientist competition with his new classmate Emma. Jim convinces her to secretly build a real air balloon. Pursuing his father’s dream of going to space, Jim drags her into an adventure which brings them closer.