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How to Train Your Dragon * We Can Confidently Say This Is The Best Live Action Remake Of An Animated Movie We Have Ever Seen

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, the inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast, defies centuries of traditional dragon-fighting practice when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals the true nature of dragons, challenging the very foundations of Viking society. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Madeleine H.K. comments, “This film grabbed my attention and held it from the get go – the action and suspense of the battle scenes, the trials of flight and the intense training to be dragon slayer are all intense.” Charlotte L. adds, “I enjoyed this remake of the original movie into a live-action version, turning the animated characters into live action characters.” Emma O. adds, “How to train Your Dragon … - read more...

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Exciting News: Our Podcast is Back – and on iHeartMedia!

We have exciting news for you, our loyal follower! Now you can get all our KIDS FIRST! reviews in 3 minutes that you can listen to anytime, anywhere, and keep up on the latest kid-friendly entertainment news – reviews, interviews, behind the scenes insights. Exclusive to you on our new KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions Podcast on IHeartMedia. Subscribe here: https://iheart.com/podcast/277638809. A special shout-out to KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Ashleigh Clyde and Tiana Sirmans for their invaluable contributions as hosts and for expertly navigating our quicker-than-usual deadlines. Please take a moment to check out the newest episodes and share the link with your friends and family! You'll notice a key difference from our past podcast: these are all short-form (3-4 minutes) – individual or group reviews of films, TV shows, digital media, … - read more...

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Jump Start Your Acting Career As A KIDS FIRST! Reporter

Do you love film, love talking about film and love being on-camera? If so, we have a job for you on our international KIDS FIRST! Film Critics team! This audition is open to those wishing to be join our team. The KIDS FIRST! Film Critics is an international team of 65 tween and teen reporters who attend various industry events - press screenings, red carpets, press junkets - and review the latest films and media plus they and interview industry professionals -- actors, directors, production designers, animation directors and more!Auditions are open to tweens and teens anywhere in the world, ages 9 to 16. You must be able to write and speak English as … - read more...

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“Love Changes Everything” Film Festival, Bringing Global Stories to Ukraine

This September, KIDS FIRST! and Ukraine Matters are launching the "Love Changes Everything" Film Festival, featuring international short and feature films designed to uplift and inspire. The festival will reach audiences through virtual and live events in Ukraine and for Ukrainian refugees worldwide. https://fundrazr.com/KIDSFIRST-Ukraine-FilmFestival Leading up to the festival, beginning August 1, KIDS FIRST! will present a series of interviews with program creators to discuss the films featured in the “Love Changes Everything” collection. These young and independent filmmakers (ages 9-65), come from all over the world … - read more...

From the Jury

Greek Mothers Never Die * A Comedic, Warm-Hearted Movie That Highlights The Greek Family Experience

Ella‘s story begins in Greece, she is the only child of Jack, an American singer-song writer and Despina, a Greek, zany, overprotective Gyros owner. Nick, Ella’s only friend, is a 10 year old shy, nerdy looking boy. Ella and Nick grow and their friendship turns into love but in 2010 the Greek economy collapses, Nick vanishes and Jack dies. Despina and Ella have to move overnight to America for their survival. Now Ella is a 27 years old late-bloomer, with zero love life, dreaming of becoming a singer, but Despina pressures her to take over the Gyros. During their daily fight, Despina drops dead of a heart attack only to … - read more...

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