Five family friendly events at the Cork International Film Festival
Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey will be screened at The Everyman next weekend. You can even bring your dog along!
The 71st Cork International Film Festival is officially underway with a host of events taking place over the coming days, including family friendly screenings.
Here's some of the events which will appeal to younger audiences:
The Arc Cinema is the venue for Family Friendly Shorts which, as the name suggests, will include a selection of animated films. Viewers can also expect one live action short. Featuring adventurous mice, slovenly rats, curious foxes and an important message you must see to bee-lieve! Recommended age: 4+. This is a Relaxed Screening, suitable for young people with sensory sensitivities and their families.
For 22 years, a mysterious Christmas package has arrived at a Norwegian family’s home, always bearing gifts and the same enigmatic message. Now, young detectives Edle and Brage set out to uncover the identity of the mysterious sender, embarking on an adventure full of clues, surprises and unexpected discoveries. With live English narration by actor and CIFF Family Ambassador Hilary Rose, audiences are also invited to bring a mystery present to donate to families supported by The Good Shepherd Cork. This screening also takes place at the Arc Cinema.
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The Everyman CIFF's dog-friendly screening at The Everyman is back. Bring along your well-behaved pup and enjoy the adventures of three brave pets – an American bulldog puppy, a Himalayan cat and a golden retriever – as they set out on an adventurous journey to reunite with their owners. A nostalgic family favourite for a new generation of film fans. Please note that the theatre's balcony is a dog-free space. Supported by PwC.
In the wonderfully whimsical tradition of Dr. Seuss, comes to the big screen in his animated theatrical feature film debut, an all-new, epic adventure with an edge, where mischief, magic and mayhem reign supreme.
Doing what he does best, the Cat, voiced by Bill Hader, spreads joy to kids in his hilarious, signature and singularly irreverent way, transporting them and audiences on a fantastical journey through a world they’ve never seen before.
The 2.45pm screening at the Arc Cinema is a Relaxed Screening, suitable for young people with sensory sensitivities and their families.
From Academy Award-nominated director Louise Bagnall comes a joyful, visually rich story of discovery and celebration, inspired by the acclaimed children's book by Jessica Love. Seven-year-old Julián spends a transformative summer with his vibrant grandmother in Brooklyn, where an unexpected discovery sparks a colourful journey of self-discovery. Audiences are invited to come dressed in their most colourful clothes and stay after the film for a special event with director Louise Bagnall. This event takes place at the MTU Cork School of Music.
The Cork International Film Festival Cork International Film Festival (CIFF) continues until November 22.
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