Little Kid Flicks 2025

Let your little ones discover the magic of the big screen with Little Kid Flicks. 

Whether searching for the perfect pancake or interviewing a crocodile, these shorts are sure to enchant and delight all audiences (but especially our youngest!)

Recommended ages: 5+

Films In This Program:

Capybaras (Los Carpinchos) 

Chile, France, Uruguay | US Premiere

dir. Alfredo Soderguit, 2024, 11 min, No dialogue

It’s hunting season. Seeking refuge, a family of capybaras and a group of hens form a union that leads to unexpected consequences.

Dancing in the Rain 

Japan, Taiwan | World Premiere

dir. Chao-chun Yeh, 2024, 4 min,  No dialogue

Hello Summer (Ahoj leto) 

Czech Republic, France, Slovakia | US Premiere

Animation, dirs. Martin Smatana & Veronika Zacharová, 2024, 11 min, No dialogue

Sea, sun, beaches. Sounds great. But what if your room has a naughty view, dinner is strange, and your luggage travels somewhere else without you?

Mojappi It’s Mine 

Japan | US Premiere

dir. Nijitaro, 2024, 3 min, No dialogue

Mojappi, a trio of naughty kids who live in the forest, will do anything to get those pancakes.

Ronny: A Crocumentary 

Canada | New York City Premiere 

Animation, dir. Abbey Collings, 2024, 3 min, In English

A frog documents Ronny, a friendly crocodile who just wants a hug.

Splish, Splash, Splosh! 

United Kingdom | New York City Premiere 

Animation, dir. Lily Ward, 2024, 5 min, No dialogue

Life is not about waiting for the storm to pass—it’s about learning to dance in the rain!

The Girl with the Occupied Eyes (A Menina com os Olhos Ocupados)

Portugal | US Premiere 

Animation, dir. André Carrilho, 2024, 8 min, No dialogue

Over hill and dale (and beach, and space), only one thing can capture her attention.

Swimming with Butterflies 

United States | East Coast Premiere 

Documentary, Live Action, dir. Karl Stetler, 2024, 8 min, In English

After missing bronze by 1/100th of a second at the 2016 Paralympic games, Austin-based swimmer Lizzi Smith shares what’s bringing her back to the pool—and bringing hope to the next generation.