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Special Preview Screening: My Father's Dragon
NYC Special Event
Feature
From five-time Academy Award®-nominated animation studio Cartoon Saloon (The Secret of Kells, Song of the Sea, Wolfwalkers) and Academy Award®-nominated director (and NYICFF Juror!) Nora Twomey (The Breadwinner), comes an exquisite film inspired by the Newbery-honored children’s book from author Ruth Stiles Gannett. Struggling to cope after a move to the city with his mother, Elmer runs away in search of Wild Island and a young dragon who waits to be rescued. Elmer's adventures introduce him to ferocious beasts, a mysterious island, and the friendship of a lifetime.
Ireland, United States
Animation, Nora Twomey; 2022, 99 min
Recommended Ages: Rated PG
English
Note: this film is not an official Festival selection, but screened as a special event.
Animation, Nora Twomey; 2022, 99 min
Recommended Ages: Rated PG
English
Note: this film is not an official Festival selection, but screened as a special event.
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