Film Festival Titles from KIDS FIRST! and the Coalition for Quality Children's Media

The Film Festival category has 1891 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
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in order of acceptance, with most recent ones first

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LITTLE ANGELS: ANIMALS
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this fun-filled DVD, you'll meet many of the wonderful animals that live on our planet. Hayley the angel of animals has so many friends she wants you to meet, and so many bible stories to tell � from Noah's Arc to David & Goliath and more!
Runtime: 33 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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LITTLE ANGELS: ABC'S
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5
Description - Preschool twins Alex and Zoe are blessed to have eight Little Angels watching over them, painted on their bedroom ceiling. The angels come to life when the children need them most, guiding them through the challenges of their young lives. In this episode, with the help of their new angel friends, Alex and Zoe learn all the letters in the alphabet. As they move from A to Z, the twins also discover the importance of sharing, forgiveness and trusting that God loves them!
Runtime: 32 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

EYE OF THE FUTURE
CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Five children of UN ambassadors are called to imagine a new sustainable future for our global society. From within the earth, they work together to reduce humanity's carbon footprint by exchanging stories and experiences from their parents' world.
Runtime: 45 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

SAVE THE FARM
CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - The story of the largest urban farm in the US, right in the middle of South Central LA. More than 350 farmers cultivated this farm for over fourteen years. When the city sells the land, activists turn out to prevent eviction.
Runtime: 31 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 4.99
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

IMAGINE IT
CINEMA LIBRE STUDIO
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Provides a forum for discussion around the power of big ideas in action and inspires us to imagine a better world by connecting imagination and creativity with science and engineering in education.
Runtime: 52 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.95
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

WITNESS
ROUNDHAY HIGH SCHOOL
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL
Description - The film follows the story of a dog witnessing an important crime while sat in the back of a car. The next morning the radio asks in a news report if any one has seen a murder the night before. Unfortunately for the dog he is unable to do anything.
Runtime: 3 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

WHY MAUI SNARED THE SUN
PACIFIC RESOURCES FOR EDUCATION AND LEARNING
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION
Description - Long ago, Kala (the sun) raced across the sky as he pleased, leaving the land and it's people with short days and long, dark nights. Among those suffering from the lack of daylight was the goddess Hina, mother of Maui the demigod. In order to make things pono (right), Maui summons all his courage and travels to the highest summit of Haleakala, where he confronts the Mighty Kala.
Runtime: 19 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

VALOR'S KIDS
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW PRODUCTIONS
Series: STUDENT FEATURE PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL, ANIMATION
Description - Valor, a wandering war hero, is on a quest to stop magic from destroying the world. While on his quest he meets two kids. The fated meeting of these three orphans will ultimately sweep them into a conspiracy which leads a Kingdom into peril, three armies to war, and the awakening of a monster that has buried its fair share of wizards.
Runtime: 95 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

TO THE SEA
CATHERINE PARKE
Series: FOREIGN INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - A young teen girl struggles to stay true to herself when an older boy she's trying to impress comes to visit her island home.
Runtime: 10 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

THOSE WHO CAN
VEVA PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - All Oliver and Alexandra want is to be normal for one perfect night - prom night at the public high school. But 'normal' can be a minefield for an autistic teen.
Runtime: 14 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

LIFE AND AFTERLIFE OF JING JIN WANG, THE
JAMIE READ
Series: SCREENPLAY FOR AGES 12-18
Description - With a new life in the Afterlife, eight-year-old Jing Jing forms friends of diverse origins, finds her path through the notorious Portland Underground and her wise spirit leads the way home.

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Screenplay Click here to view festival screenings

CODE OF THE CANDY CANE
JIMMY MONACK
Series: SCREENPLAY FOR AGES 12-18
Description - When a friendly competition at the North Pole leads to a rebellious elf trying to start a new high tech Christmas, it is up to her best friend to find a handmade toy that could save Christmas and restore the Code of the Candy Cane.

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 15-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: Screenplay Click here to view festival screenings

STRANGE TALE OF BILLY BARKER, THE
JANA JOHNSON
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, ANIMATION, AGES 5-12
Description - A new spin on the old adage "you are what you eat;" Billy Barker is an average 8-year-old boy in every way save one: he likes to eat dog food rather than human food. One fateful night he makes the full transformation from boy to dog. As a dog, Billy suddenly acquires a taste for human food, but is denied access to it because his parents won't allow dogs at the table.
Runtime: 3 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

SPOILED
JULIE MYNATT
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12
Description - Eight-year-old Teddy is spoiled, self-centered and bratty. With failing grades and a bad attitude, his mother takes his prize possession - his video game. Stealing it back brings the wrath of Mom and she forces Teddy to donate his game to a U.S. soldier in Afghanistan. The soldier and Teddy begin a correspondence that ultimately brings Mom and Teddy to a new understanding.
Runtime: 10 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

SPY KIDS: ALL THE TIME IN THE WORLD
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12
Description - The action packed franchise is back�with the next generation of Spy Kids! Marissa Cortez Wilson (Jessica Alba) has it all: married to a famous spy-hunting television reporter (Joel McHale), with a new baby and intelligent twin step kids, Rebecca (Rowan Blanchard) and Cecil (Mason Cook). When maniacal Timekeeper (Jeremy Piven) disrupts her domestic bliss�threatening to take over the planet�Marissa comes out of retirement as a top secret agent. With Armageddon quickly approaching, Rebecca and Cecil are thrust into action! With a little help from some familiar Spy Kids friends, Carmen (Alexa Vega), Juni (Daryl Sabara), and their faithful dog Argonaut (Ricky Gervais) and some mind-blowing gadgets, they just may be able to save the world!
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I love this movie a lot because it is really cool. The movie has a lot of action and adventure. This movie is all about two kids who find out their step-mother is a spy and go on an adventure to try to stop a bad guy named The Timekeeper. They get themselves into some trouble but always manage to find a way out. They also are really good at playing pranks on people. Some of the main characters in the movie are Marissa (Jessica Alba), Rebecca and Cecil. My favorite character in the movie is the kids' dog named Argonaut. The dog talks and is really funny. He helps out with the baby and he gives really good advice. My favorite part in the movie is when the baby flips over a bad guy at the end. That is really funny and then they call the baby Spy Baby. Marissa is really excited to see the baby do that. I recommend this movie for ages 2 and up because there is only one scary part in this movie that I don't think little kids would like. The movie has a lot of action and a lot of funny parts. Go out and get this on DVD. Credit: Anthony Aranda, age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic. This movie follows the other three Spy Kids movies by Robert Rodriguez, except there are new Spy Kids. The original Spy Kids characters are back, but they are grown up and it is so fun to see what they look like now. I like the story in this movie. When the new Spy Kids discover a giant secret, that their stepmother is a spy, they just have to get into the game to defeat the evil master who is going to take over time and change everything. He wants to turn seconds into minutes and turn hours into days, maybe even years. No one knows for sure what will happen, but it won't be good. The Spy Kids just can't resist getting involved with their gadgets and things to try to stop this evil master. My Favorite scene in All The Time In The World is when they break into the time villain's evil lair. The room is basically a clock shop and they have to find the secret entrance to break into the hideout. I love all the clocks. The spy music throughout the movie sets a perfect tome for spy work. Spy Kids All The Time In The World has a lot of action and is a fun movie for the whole family to watch. I give this movie five out of five stars because I loved the action and that they brought the old Spy Kids back, even though they're grown. Enjoy it on DVD today! Makai Weber Colvin, age 10, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic.
Runtime: 88 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 29.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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SPACE SCHOOL MUSICAL
NASA/JPL/MSFC
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 8-12
Description - Join teenager Hannah on a trip through the solar system in this ultra-cool "hip-hopera." Move and groove with the planets, moons and asteroids. Adds innovation and fun to science learning.
Runtime: 35 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

SHOELACE
WALKER FILMS
Series: FOREIGN INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 2-5
Description - Five-year-old Tristan can't join the older boys if he can't tie his shoes. After a comic nightmare vision of being an adult who can't tie his shoes, Tristan is determined to conquer the deceptively simple task. This sweet feel good film honors a moment of achievement in all of our lives.
Runtime: 8 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

ROBO-SAN AND WAN-CHAN
STEPHEN HENRY
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-12, ANIMATION
Description - Robo-san and Wan-chan, a robot and robot dog, play a game of Frisbee on a distant planet. Robo-san throws the Frisbee too far and Wan-chan flies after it, getting lost. Robo-san has to go on an adventure across the planet to find his lost dog.
Runtime: 9 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

RESPECT THE KING
NFOCUS PICTURES
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL, DOCUMENTARY
Description - Born premature, Zachary Briggs wasn't supposed to live more than 48 hours. Surrounded by a loving family he overcame the odds against him and lives his life to the fullest in spite of his intellectual disability. While popular among his high school student body, no one expected the honor he would receive.
Runtime: 10 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

OLIVER'S TREASURE
CHUCK GRIEB
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Description - On the run, Sir Oliver stumbles into the king's receiving room to find the old monarch's crown was left forgotten on the throne. Intrigued, the easily distracted Sir Oliver gives the crown a try to see how it sits on his head. Trouble returns when a searching knight tracks down Oliver's hiding place.
Runtime: 3 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

MY FRIEND CHARLIE
DANIELLE PAYNE
Series: FOREIGN STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL
Description - Strong-willed and free-spirited 11-year-old, Isabel, is too old to have an imaginary friend. Her parents are worried, they try to talk her out of it, but she continues to play with her fictitious friend; a boy named Charlie. Throughout the film Isabel discovers, Charlie is not just an imaginary friend, but a ghost. A ghost of the little boy that died last year in a hit and run accident. It is now up to our young heroine to find out who killed Charlie, so he can leave the earth and be at peace.
Runtime: 9 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

MARCH APRIL
MULTIHEAD PRODUCTIONS
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, COLLEGE
Description - A boy moves into a new town the same day a girl he meets is moving out. They share a one-day friendship with a bittersweet conclusion.
Runtime: 29 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

JEMILA'S TALE
CHRISTINA L BRYANT
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, COLLEGE
Description - A young Black girl named Jemila decides to write her own fairytale for class show and tell when she discovers there are no princesses like her in the library books. When the story she writes comes to life, Jemila's father soon comes to realize that his daughter's tale is about much more: Sometimes bad things happen.
Runtime: 10 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

JAKE'S CARD
STANDBY PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - While studying at the library, Jake is disrupted by a pretty girl. After a bunch of playful glances, Jake checks out and leaves the library only to drop his card. The girl picks it up and races after him making for a memorable first encounter.
Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

GUS OUTDOORS: LIZARD TOWN
SAND PICTURES
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 5-8
Description - Six-year-old naturalist and host Gus Nightingale goes on a quest to the Bahamas archipelago to meet some of the country's many spectacular creatures. Explore the pristine islands of the Bahamas in search of lizards, iguanas and snakes. Then cool off in the gem-like water and snorkel with the beautiful and bizarre looking creatures of the sea. An adventurous mix of animal identification and personal encounters that delivers an entertaining, yet educational presentation that will give children a tremendous respect for nature.
Runtime: 30 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

CONSEQUENTIAL LIES
ALEX FJELLBERG SWERDLOWE
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, HIGH SCHOOL
Description - An isolated suburban woman with a dark past receives a phone call that reveals an eighteen-year-old secret.
Runtime: 17 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

CIRCUS DREAMS
SIGNE TAYLOR
Series: INDEPENDENT DOCUMENTARY FEATURE, 12-18
Description - Offers an extraordinary window into the only traveling youth circus in the United States and tells a heartwarming story about kids digging deep to pursue their passion. Immerses viewers into the lives of these kids, capturing their intense work ethic, passion for performance, deep friendships and budding loves.
Runtime: 81 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

CHILD INVISIBLE
BETHE GORDON
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 12-18
Description - Noemie Higgens, an eleven-year-old prodigy, desires to remember her deceased mother. She enlists the help of a scientist, who secretly agrees to help her complete her mother's experiment. Noemie must decide if the experiment is worth the risk.
Runtime: 28 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

BLOCKBUSTER: PRELUDE AND PITCH
CJ MAXWELL
Series: STUDENT PRODUCTION, ELEMENTARY
Description - In this experimental short made by an elementary school child, the eight-year-old narrator makes the pitch for why home movies should be bigger, louder and more meaningful. Through digital video and the art of storytelling, children can learn that there's more to creativity than just pointing a camera at some humorous moment, hoping for the next viral hit.
Runtime: 9 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

BEST PRESENT EVER
KRYSTAL GEORGIOU
Series: FOREIGN STUDENT PRODUCTION, COLLEGE, ANIMATION
Description - Little Clarabell thinks she's the luckiest girl in the world when a postal mishap results in her having her very own pet stegosaurus. But when the true owner, her next door neighbor - and mad scientist, Dr Gloop - finds out what happened, will Clarabell have to give up her new best friend?
Runtime: 3 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

BABAR AND FATHER CHRISTMAS
ENTERTAINMENT ONE Click to purchase directly from the producer

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Description - In this delightful holiday tale, Babar's children write a letter to Father Christmas to ask him to visit Celesteville at Christmas. Their letter never arrives because it is stolen by Babar's arch-enemy, Rataxes the Rhinoceros. He wants all of Santa's toys for himself! Can Babar find Father Christmas and save the day for Celesteville?
Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

This title is available for purchase from ENTERTAINMENT ONE

JUDY MOODY AND THE NOT BUMMER SUMMER
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-8
Description - Get ready to score extra thrill points and mega-laughs with this irresistible family comedy based on the best-selling book series! Feisty, fearless Judy Moody is looking forward to the most super-duper, double-rare summer vacation ever. The trouble is, her parents are called out of town and her BFFs are going away with their own families. That leaves Judy trapped at home with her pesky brother Stink under the watchful eye of Aunt Opal (Heather Graham). But with a little playful planning - and a lot of imagination - Judy turns a snoresville summer into the way-not-boring adventure of a lifetime!
Runtime: 91 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 7-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 39.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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GLEE: SEASON 2
TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT Click to purchase directly from the producer

This title has online video!
Series: SERIES, AGES 12-15
Description - Despite their loss at the Regionals, the kids in New Directions are more motivated than ever. And whether it's Will doing a sexy tango with a substitute teacher (Gwyneth Paltrow), Sue joining the glee club, or everyone catching Bieber fever, the excitement at William McKinley High School is keeping everyone on their toes. With more incredible musical numbers, hugely popular guest stars like John Stamos, Carol Burnett and Kristin Chenowith and lots of behind-the-scenes special features, Glee Season 2 hits all the right notes. 1001 minutes.
Runtime: 999 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 44.99
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

This title is available for purchase from TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX HOME ENTERTAINMENT

LITTLEST ANGEL, THE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12
Description - Based on the fifteenth best-selling children's book of all time, The Littlest Angel tells the story of a young boy who arrives in heaven before his time. Home-sick and lonely, he will travel back to earth, with his friendly pup Halo, to retrieve a most selfless and precious gift for The Baby Jesus. Experience the love, laughter and magic of one of the most popular children's stories of all time. From the classic book by Charles Tazewell comes the CGI animated film, The Littlest Angel.
Runtime: 60 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

DOG WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS VACATION, THE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 0-2, ANIMATED
Description - The Bannister family � including former K-9 police hero Zeus (voiced by Mario Lopez) � is back, and this time they're spending their holidays at a beautiful Rocky Mountain resort. But toss in an unexpected visit from cocky Uncle Randy (Casper Van Dien of "Watch Over Me" and The Curse of King Tut's Tomb) and his foxy poodle Bella (voiced by Paris Hilton) and a familiar pair of bumbling jewel thieves (led by Dean Cain of "Lois & Clark: The New Adventure of Superman" and The Dog Who Saved Christmas) and this holiday may be headed downhill fast! Can Zeus solve the crime, save Bella and hit the slopes, all in time for Christmas Day? Gary Valentine ("King of Queens") and Elisa Donovan ("Sabrina the Teenage Witch" and Clueless) co-star in the all-new four-legged family adventure!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The Bannister family takes off for the Colorado Rockies to spend Christmas together, but are surprised to find that a family member is already staying at mom's cabin. Throw in a couple of silly bad guys, and nothing happens the way they expect it to. A family friendly film that embraces the spirit of the holidays. The Bannister family is a great example of how we should treat each other. They don't talk at all about what toys they will get, only about spending quality time together. That is a great way to present the season to young children. Some rude behavior and excessive flatulence makes this less appropriate for young children. Children will love the "talking" dogs and dog tricks the canine actors perform in their roles. Good acting and scenery.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I liked Zeus, because he was funny. He had a funny voice. I think my favorite character was the black dog, Trooper. He was cool because he was a police dog and he lived in the Colorado Rockies! Trooper also saved Zeus and his poodle girlfriend. The bad guys were very funny. This is a good movie for Christmas and for people who like dogs.
Runtime: 89 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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TEST SUBJECT B
ARCLIGHT STUDIOS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, AGES 8-12
Description - After yet another family move, Nicholas is determined to plan his own destiny - by building a time machine. When the initial tests with his sister Bethany go awry, he is forced to scramble back in time to set things straight, before his mother finds out.
Runtime: 20 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

DOG WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS, THE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE, AGES 5-12
Description - Features the highly recognizable voice talent of Mario Lopez ("Dancing With the Stars," "Saved By the Bell") as Zeus, a mischievous yellow Labrador who appears to be less than the dependable guard dog the Bannister family needs. However, when two befuddled burglars set out to break into the family's home while they are away for Christmas, Zeus snatches the chance to be a hero, proving that every, dog even this one, has his day.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - What happens when a Christmas present goes horribly wrong? Find out along with the Bannister family when they adopt a K-9 watchdog who does not even know how to bark! An All-star cast is sure to impress with names such as Gary Valentine ("King of Queens"), Elisa Donovan ("Clueless; Sabrina the Teenage Witch"), Charlie Stewart ("The Suite Life of Zack & Cody") and many more. With the holiday season approaching, the Bannister family agrees they need either an alarm or a watchdog to keep their new house secure. Zeus sadly is no watchdog. While the kids fight to keep their loving dog Zeus, Zeus tries to prove himself to his new family. The poor dog is constantly reminded he cannot bark by his new mother Belinda and two hilarious talking mice who share his new home. After failing a mock-burglar test and breaking the Bannister family's gift to their Grandma, Zeus has run out of chances to prove himself worthy of protecting his family. But just as the Bannister's leave to spend Christmas Eve with their Grandma, and begin saying their goodbyes to their Pound bound mutt, Zeus is given one more chance to prove himself. With the threat of two robbers and no family around Zeus must snatch the chance to be a hero, he even gets help from an unexpected source to defeat the criminals. This fast-paced comedy is a perfect addition to the holiday season, and will become a family-friendly tradition for future Christmases to come.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I loved this because there was a dog who couldn't bark and who would ever think a dog might not be able to bark? At the end when there were robbers he barked and the woman who they said hated dogs helped him. I think my friends would love this because they love animals, and it's a pretty good story. I don't think my friends who don't like animals would like it. The set was good and made me feel like Christmas.
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.97
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE

WOW! WOW! WUBBZY!: WUBBZY'S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

This title has online video!
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Description - The holidays are coming, and everyone in Wuzzleburg is getting ready for Winter Wonder Wubb Club fun! In this all-new Wubbzy collection, everyone's favorite bendy-tailed buddy pitches in to decorate The Figgity-Fig Tree, fix Walden's snow sculpture and even solve the mystery of the Snow Shoo-Shoo! There's plenty of singing, dancing, hoopty-horns and slippery-sledding too, all in the DVD that celebrates the ultimate Wow! Wow! season of caring, sharing and friendship!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - What better time is there to show caring and compassion for friends? Holiday time in Wuzzleburg is great fun when you are surrounded by your best buddies. Join Wubbzy and the gang as they build snow sculptures and go sledding. But even in all the fun, as we all know, sometimes things go awry. Even during the holidays. It's up to Wubbzy and his sidekicks, Walden and Daizy and Widget to work together to make things holiday happy. They do this by sharing with each other, reaching out to help others through kind actions and by letting others reach out to help them. Cute songs will have your little ones dancing and singing along. This DVD promotes balanced appreciation of self and others. In a manner suitable for its intended audience.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The adventures with Wubbzy are always fun. I love how Widget always builds something even though something funny happens out of it and it ends out not working like the Snowplower 3000 when a bird pressed a button then the snowman fell. It showed that you can solve things by thinking hard and with some friends to help. It looked and sounded great. It was almost like a play even though it was animated. Someone in a play couldn't do what they do, like bounce on a tail.
Runtime: 70 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 16.98
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
This title is available for purchase from Amazon.com

BARBIE: A PERFECT CHRISTMAS
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT

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Series: SERIES, AGES 5-8
Description - Join Barbie� and her sisters Skipper�, Stacie� and Chelsea � as their holiday vacation plans turn into a most unexpected adventure and heartwarming lesson. After a snowstorm diverts their plane, the girls find themselves far from their New York destination and their holiday dreams. Now stranded at a remote inn in the tiny town of Tannenbaum, the sisters are welcomed by new friends and magical experiences. In appreciation for the wonderful hospitality they receive, they use their musical talents to put on a performance for the whole town. Barbie and her sisters realize the joy of being together is what really makes A Perfect Christmas!
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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BARBIE: PRINCESS CHARM SCHOOL
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOME ENTERTAINMENT

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Series: SERIES, AGES 5-8
Description - Barbie� stars as Blair Willows, a kind-hearted girl who is chosen to attend Princess Charm School. It's an amazing place where princesses in-training learn formal dancing, tea party etiquette, and proper princess manners. Blair� loves her classes, her helpful magical sprites and her new friends, Princesses Hadley� and Delancy�. When royal teacher Dame Devin believes Blair� resembles the kingdom's missing princess, she goes out of here way to keep Blair� from having any chance of claiming the throne. Blair�, Hadley� and Delancy� must reveal the enchanted crown they found and prove the true identity of Blair� in this magic-filled princess story! Directed by: Zeke Norton
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - The movie stars Barbie as the "common" girl Blair, who wins the lottery and goes to a princess charm school. It's full of mystery, as we find out that Blair is the real missing princess and she and her new princess friends be able to find the missing magic crown in time to stop the crowning of the wrong princess. It is a good exhibition of teamwork and people from different walks of life working together.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - "Super. Awesome. Great." "We all like Blair Willows because she is nice, pretty and independent." "The fairies were cool." "The music rocks, makes us want to get up and dance." "We learn not to be mean or you'll be embarrassed." The kids have lots of favorite parts: the music, when Blair comes home and plays with her little sister, when the lottery winner is picked, when she met the fairy, when she changed clothes in the locker, when Blair's make-up is messed up after the carriage hits a bump.
Runtime: 91 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-10
Suggested Retail Price: $ 19.99
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I WISH I WENT TO ECUADOR
NATIONAL MEDIA MUSEUM
Series: FOREIGN STUDENT PRODUCTION, ELEMENTARY, ANIMATION
Description - An immersive animated documentary, that takes you into the heart of the Ecuadorian Rainforest. Shows a child's eye view of a life-changing expedition, led by their teacher, Mrs. Jones, and their joint mission to preserve these vital forests.
Runtime: 6 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

HUNGRY FOR HEALTH
NATIONAL MEDIA MUSEUM
Series: FOREIGN STUDENT PRODUCTION, MIDDLE SCHOOL, ANIM
Description - An animated campaign film promoting healthy lifestyle choices for young people. Offers a unique young person's perspective on diet and childhood obesity, referencing social pressures, advertising and the new media.
Runtime: 5 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 10-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

CHUGGINGTON: THE CHUGGER CHAMPIONSHIP
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT
Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 2-5, ANIMATED
Description - ON YOUR TRACKS�GET SET�GO! It's time for The Chugger Championship - the race that all of Chuggington has been waiting for! Join Wilson, Brewster and Koko as they set off, full-speed ahead, to win the race. Excitement along the rails ensues as the three young trainees get ready for an important test, invent a new contest, start a fun hobby and learn to accept responsibility. They even discover that a true champion isn't always the one who crosses the finish line first. These six exciting new adventures will have your own little chuggers ready for action, adventure and accountability, too!
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Addresses good sportsmanship and responsibility. When they race, we learn not to cheat or be a sore loser. Teaches us that slow and steady wins the race, and not to be irresponsible or selfish. Almost all six short videos teach a child to respect themselves as well as others, in the course of competition, and that competition can be fun for all - not just the winner.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - The children viewers really enjoyed the stories in Chuggington Championship. Most of the stories in this DVD dealt with competition, sportsmanship, playing fair with others and being kind to each other in the face of competition. The children easily related to the young trains competing with each other and were able to identify inappropriate conduct such as cheating. They also seemed to understand the story of responsibility in that, if you stay up late, you are more likely than not going to oversleep the next morning. Additionally, they loved the ice cream story, although I think they were more sidetracked on how the ice cream train worked and not the message in the story that seemed to be everyone can be a winner! "I like the ice cream train, that is cool." "I want to race." "Cheating is bad, Koko needs to learn."
Runtime: 61 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-6
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

DOG WHO SAVED HALLOWEEN, THE
ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT

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Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 5-12
Description - Zeus Is Back! For His Spookiest Adventure Of All! Zeus (voiced by Joey Lawrence) and the Bannister family have moved into a new home just in time for Halloween! When Zeus and George (Gary Valentine of "The King of Queens") decide to investigate a creepy neighbor (Lance Henriksen of Aliens), they discover a scary dog (voiced by Mayim Bialik of "Blossom" and "The Big Bang Theory"), a haunted house and form a surprising partnership with a familiar pair of bumbling burglars (Dean Cain and Joey "Coco" Diaz). Can Zeus bust some ghosts, find a missing cat and face his biggest fear, all in time to go trick or treating? Elisa Donovan ("Sabrina the Teenage Witch") and Curtis Armstrong (Revenge of the Nerds) star in this all-new thrills & chills adventure from the creators of The Dog Who Saved Christmas and The Dog Who Saved Christmas Vacation.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - A story about Zeus the dog, and his family, who have moved to a new neighborhood right before Halloween. Zeus and his owner George, think they are living next to a creepy mad scientist. Children will find it entertaining. I like the compassion and courage that Zeus displays, and the animals really make this movie! Also shows how Zeus conquers his fear of thunder as he saves Halloween. Visually appealing, realistic, somewhat funny.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - I really like this movie because this movie is really funny. I also like this movie because it is all about Halloween which I love! This movie is about a dog named Zeus and his owner George who are trying to figure out what the old man next door is up to. They notice some strange things happening next door and want to find out what is going on. George gets help from two burglars named Ted and Stewey who are kind of goofy. My favorite character in the movie is the dog named Zeus. He is a really funny dog because every time there is thunder outside he will count to see how far away it is and he is really scared of the thunder. He is also a very brave dog. He overcomes his fear of the thunder to help his family by going to look out of the telescope to help them. My favorite part of the movie is when George goes outside with Zeus to meet his new neighbor. While walking to the neighbor's house, George runs into a pumpkin and gets his head stuck in it. He then trips over a tombstone. It is really funny. I recommend this movie for ages 3 to 12. It's a really funny movie even though there are some scary parts in the movie. Kids who know about Halloween will like this movie. The Dog Who Saved Halloween is being released on DVD on September 13. Go check it out! Review by Anthony Aranda, age 9, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic
Runtime: 90 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 6-14
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings
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PROM
WALT DISNEY COMPANY

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Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 8-12
Description - At "Prom," every couple has a story and no two are exactly alike. Several intersecting stories unfold at one high school as the big dance approaches; "Prom" portrays the precarious passage from high school to independence as some relationships unravel and others ignite. For Nova Prescott (Aimee Teegarden), it's a battle of wills as she finds herself drawn to the guy (Thomas McDonell) who gets in the way of her perfect prom. Fellow seniors Mei (Yin Chang) and Tyler (De'Vaughn Nixon) harbor secrets, while others face all the insecurity and anticipation that surrounds one of high school's most seminal events. There are hundreds of nights in high school, but there's only one "Prom."
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - This movie tells a sort of fairytale story about "Prom." For some kids, prom will be a milestone in their lives, marking the end of their life-as-they-knew it, in high school and before. It does a good job exploring different types of high schoolers, from the goodie two shoes kids to the slightly outside the box ones and explores the reasons why people behave the way they do. The actors are quite believable as are the sets - well, perhaps the prom decorations that burn down are a bit over the top. But, we are drawn into the lives of the key characters and rooting for everyone to find their own bliss. The appeal will most likely be to younger kids than those actually in high school - middle schoolers and younger.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Prom is about various teenagers in high school preparing for prom but with different multiple problems almost getting in the way of them having their perfect prom. My favorite character definitely had to be Lloyd played by Nicolas Braun because I felt that he had so much chemistry with his on-screen character; he was so funny and entertaining. My favorite part of the movie was when Lloyd put a huge poster on a bridge asking a girl to the prom but the sign gets ripped off by a huge truck driving underneath the bride. That definitely cracked me up. I found the movie very interesting. For example, the director did a good job with the whole story setting. I understood everything from beginning to end. In some parts, such as when they started playing the end credits, the music didn't really comply well with the scenes. This is important considering that in any movie, music plays such an important part and should always set the scene. I felt that the creators of "Prom" were trying to reach an older age. However, I don't imagine it would appear to anyone older than 14. More appropriately, the target age is 8-12. Overall, I give "Prom" 3.5 out of 5 stars. You should really watch it yourself though as you will find it enjoyable. Reviewed by Tatiane Chipondaminga, KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Boot Camp camper

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 8-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: FeatureFilm Click here to view festival screenings

WHO IS SIMON MILLER
FRONT PORCH ENTERTAINMENT

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Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 12-18
Description - When unassuming geologist Simon Miller (Loren Dean) mysteriously disappears one night, the Miller family is thrown into a desperate search to find him. Simons wife Meredith (Robyn Lively) and their two kids, Sarah, 18, and Kevin, 15, frantically search Simons office for information. When they find a stash of passports, all with Simons picture but each with a different alias, they realize that their father has been keeping more than a few secrets. Who is Simon Miller? And what has he gotten himself and now his family into? Not sure they can even trust the dad they thought they knew, the Millers embark on an international mission to get him back. Its a heart- pounding adventure that tests the limits to which families will fight for each other.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Who Is Simon Miller, a made-for-TV movie is a super entertaining edge-of-your-seat movie. From the very first scene, it grabs onto you and you're hooked through the whole film. I really enjoyed this film. My favorite character is Sarah, played by Skyler Day, because she is very helpful in the mission to find her father and her acting is very convincing. The cinematography is great because the color is dark and the lighting makes the scenes gloomy. That really helps the suspense part of the film. I think the background music is excellent because it has a "spy" feel to it and is great for the mood of the movie. I totally think that by the way the movie ends that there could be a sequel. I think this film is for ages 12 and up because there is some violence and suspense, plus, younger kids might get confused and have a hard time following the story line. I give this movie 4 � out of 5 stars because I was very entertained throughout the entire movie and overall it is very enjoyable. Be sure to catch this made for TV film on NBC August 6th 8pm Eastern/7pm Central. Credit: Raven Devanney, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 12-18
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
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HOW TO UNMAKE A BULLY
MOVIEQUEST PRODUCTIONS
Series: INDEPENDENT SHORT, 8-12
Description - A student shows up injured in the nurse's office, so three friends decide it's time to do something about their school bully. Trading stories of other successful anti-bullying, students work together with teachers and peers to find solutions.
Runtime: 27 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-13
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: DVD Click here to view festival screenings

FLY AWAY HOME (HDNET)
HDNET MOVIES LLC

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Series: FEATURE FILM, AGES 12-18
Description - After her mother's death, a young girl finds happiness with her estranged father when they embark on a migration adventure with their newly adopted flock of baby geese. Inspired by true events.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Charming, wholesome movie with powerful acting by likable characters. Without being overly sentimental, shows how parent and child can reconcile differences. Offers inspiring insights into flight, migration, death and self-strength. Beautiful cinematography, heartfelt theme. The scene where the Mom dies in a car accident is emotionally upsetting and there is one mild profanity.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - Fly Away Home is a sweet and uplifting film. I like this movie a lot. It tells the story of a 13-year-old girl named Amy whose mother dies in a car crash in New Zealand. She moves to her father's house in Canada and discovers that he is a peculiar inventor who likes building machines for flying. She finds a bunch of geese eggs near their home and raises them. As winter approaches, Amy decides to use her father's flying invention to lead a bevy of geese to the south. Will she be able to complete this dangerous goal? Find out for yourself! This movie contains beautiful visuals and aerial cinematography. I especially liked the scenes that show the geese flying over various breathtaking landscapes. At times I could not tell whether the movie used CGI animation or real flying to film the scenery because it looked so real! I also like the universal environmental theme the movie incorporated because it shows that it is immoral to destroy animal habitats for big corporations. The movie delivers another message that you should go after what you believe in. I recommend this film to children 7 and up. It is an inspiring family film and perfect for all ages. Fly Away Home is one of the many classic family films offered to you by HDnet movies on KidScene, available on morning and Friday nights. Credit: Gabriella Chu, age 14, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic

KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 5-12
Suggested Retail Price: $ 0
Media: TV Click here to view festival screenings
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BABAR: BEST FRIENDS FOREVER
ENTERTAINMENT ONE Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5 ANIM
Description - Babar discovers important lessons on cooperation, understanding and teamwork as he shares adventures and bonds with his pals. Episodes include: 1)City Ways ; 2)Between Friends; 3)Friendly Agreement; 4)An Elephant's Best Friend.
KIDS FIRST!® Adult Jurors say - Babar is an elephant whose mother tragically dies when he is young, and he becomes a very successful adult with a career and family. Teaches life lessons, emphasizing family values, being yourself and working together. Kids learn positive behaviors while being entertained by fun and colorful animation. Teaches positive values and shows respect. Babar and the old lady both are encouraging and respectful. Children are treated nicely, and their opinions are consulted.
KIDS FIRST!® Kid Jurors say - This movie is about an elephant King named Babar. The movie follows Babar as he tells his kids stories about his own childhood. Each story is told as a chapter and teaches a lesson, for example showing the children how to learn through their mistakes. My favorite scene in this movie is when the old lady, Madame, teaches Babar how to get along in the big city. The animation is simple and pleasant, I call it "old school," because the style reminds me of an older cartoon style, like it is drawn by hand and not a computer. The voices in Babar are so friendly, I feel like I am chatting with my own friends. I think all ages can enjoy this movie, although older teens and tweens might get bored with the chapters and lessons. I give this movie 5-out of-5-stars. Review by Makai Weber Colvin, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 10.
Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 3-8
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
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BABAR: SCHOOL DAYS
ENTERTAINMENT ONE Click to purchase directly from the producer
Series: SERIES, AGES 2-5 ANIM
Description - In this classic DVD, Babar learns important lessons on acceptance, honesty and patience in four heartwarming tales of his school days adventures. Episodes include:1) School Days; 2)Kings of the Castle; 3) Every Basket Has a Silver Lining; 4)Peer Pressure
Runtime: 92 minutes
KIDS FIRST! Juror Recommended Age: 2-5
Suggested Retail Price: $ 14.98
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The Film Festival category has 1891 KIDS FIRST! endorsed titles
Below are records 1 - 50 of them
in order of acceptance, with most recent ones first