Age Range: 18

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Special Preview: How to Train Your Dragon

See it before it hits theaters! On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition 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.

With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding
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How to Train Your Dragon

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition 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.

With the fierce and ambitious Astrid (BAFTA nominee Nico Parker) and the village’s quirky blacksmith Gobber (Nick Frost) by his side, Hiccup confronts a world torn by fear and misunderstanding
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Sequin

While waiting for the bus, a spirited young girl befriends a familiar-seeming stranger after bonding over a small gift.
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Kid Flicks: Pride

Kid Flicks: Pride is a celebration of self-expression, community, legacy, and love. Curated specifically for ages 9 and up, these shorts from around the world feature a wide range of LGBTQ+ identities and experiences in as many unique styles. Schoolyard matchmakers, a Belgian teen, a group of indigenous Hawaiian māhū, and more highlight the power that comes from embracing who you are.
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A Captured Loose-Leaf Steven

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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The Haunting Call of a Majestic Beast (Steven)

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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Roger is Awake

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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Hairy Scary

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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The Wind in Your Hair

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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The Silk-Winged Snart

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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Long Journey

If Nico wants his gift, he will have to climb his grandmother’s highest sideboard, fight a duel of loaves of bread, and face his biggest challenge yet.
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Bat Boy

One day, when his beloved bats go missing, Andre enlists the help of a jaded biologist to find out what happened. This film was made with support from Science on Screen®. Science on Screen® is an initiative of the Coolidge Corner Theatre, with major support from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
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Yuri’s Way of Enjoying Life

Yuri’s parents came from the Democratic Republic of Congo and are very proud of their roots. He celebrates his culture by performing “La Sape.”
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Student & Industry Showcase

If you’re looking for what the best animation schools offer near, across New York City, or afar, look no further. Plus catch amazing new Student BAFTA and Academy Award nominated films, and never-before-seen gems from SVA, Pratt, NYU, USC, SCAD, National Film and Television School, Aardman Academy, Universitat Politècnica de València, ESMA, and more. NYICFF’s tops in its class at Animation U! With a keynote and special look at Sesame Workshop’s new Charlotte’s Web series for Max from VP of Animation Olexa Hewryk.
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Swimming with Butterflies

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.
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Burul

Burul loves wrestling, but the coach won’t let her train at the boys’ gym, so she trains at home. She also gets unwanted attention from a neighborhood boy who wants to marry her.
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Go My Way

All the advice Elisa receives to make Martin fall in love with her is to change not only her appearance, but also who she really is.
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Student Accomplice

Letty must learn to face her fears behind the wheel after her driving test is hijacked by an opportunistic bank robber looking for a quick getaway.
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Supa Hair

Luna has neglected her hair every since her mother died. When she attempts to tame it with an old comb, she activates its lost magic power.
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A Guest From Elsewhere

After an unfortunate mishap, the monster’s hopes of being one with the humans is put on trial.
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Hadu

An eager young girl embarks on a culinary journey to recreate her grandma’s special recipe.
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Corn of Wheat

Nainai summons a demon to resurrect her dead grandson in exchange for a series of tributes and her life.
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Whenever the Flood Arrives

A mockumentary explores the lives of four sisters hatched from bird eggs who live completely isolated from civilization in what seems like an idyllic environment.
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The Human Fossil

How will we look back on our present when it becomes history? What will be left of humanity? And how do we want to be remembered?
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Gottleflob’s Wobblebottom

The Gleeful Beasts are a motley bunch of incompetent but lovable characters. Journey with us into their wonderful world (keep your eyes peeled for these delightful monsters sprinkled throughout all of NYICFF’s short film programs).
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Have You Eaten?

A workaholic college student named KaiToon who is overwhelmed with her thesis. Her day consists of eating ramen and chips until she has to cook for herself.
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