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Festivals/Programs: CineYouth
March 28, 2022
A Family Affair
Paying tribute to the endurance and adaptability of family, these portraits of parents and grandparents acknowledge their strength and resilience over time. Films Kaudo (The Gift) Natalie Paton | Canada | Age 20 An immigrant family wrestles...
March 28, 2022
Playtime: Animation
Pack your bags and load up your spaceship! You’ll want to bring the whole family along for these colorful creations from around the world. Films A Stellar Vacation! Noah Shin | Pennsylvania | Age 14 An overworked asteroid yearns to escape f...
March 28, 2022
Searching for Home
These shorts illustrate the emotional challenges and complexities of the immigrant experience and what it takes to call a new country “home.” Please note: Films in this program contain themes or language that may not be suitable for all ages. Films ...
March 28, 2022
Give Me Strength
Using the film medium itself as a form of healing, these narratives and documentaries tackle mental health concerns and personal traumas through the restorative process and power of art. Please note: Films in this program contain themes or language that may not be suitable for all ages. ...
March 28, 2022
Chicagoland
A multitude of artistic approaches give voice to the vibrant cinematic cultures of the Chicagoland area, celebrating the diversity of experience found in our city. Please note: Films in this program contain themes or language that may not be suitable for all ages. Films ...


