French Films at the New York Int’l Children’s Film Festival

Festival
Cartoon characters

Ernest et Célestine, le Voyage en Charabie


Various locations in New York City
New York, US 10011
March 3-19, 2023
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Explore the world without leaving New York City at the New York Int'l Children's Film Festival! Showcasing the best new films for ages 3-18, the festival presents premieres, special events, filmmaker Q&As, globe-spanning short film programs, and a great selection of French films and shorts.

Feature Films

Ernest & Celestine: A Trip to Gibbertia
Dir. Julien Chheng & Jean-Christophe Roger
Animation, 2022, 80 min., France-Luxembourg
Recommended ages: 7+
In French with English subtitles - International Premiere / Opening Night

Belle & Sebastien: Next Generation
Dir. Pierre Coré
Live action, 2022, 96 min., France
Recommended ages: 9+
In French with English subtitles - US Premiere

Dounia & The Princess of Aleppo
Dir. Marya Zarif & André Kadi
Animation, 2022, 72 min., France-Canada
Recommended ages: 8+
In French with English subtitles - US Premiere

Little Nicholas – Happy as Can Be
Dir. Amandine Fredon & Benjamin Massoubre
Animation, 2022, 85 min., France
Recommended ages: 7+
In French with English subtitles

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Dounia & The Princess of Aleppo (Dounia & La Princesse D'Alep) by Marya Zarif & André Kadi

Short Films

The Goose (L'Oie du plus fort)
Dir. Jan Mika
Animation, 2023, 13 min., Czech Republic-France
No Dialogue - US Premiere
> Screening in Short Films 1

Home of the Heart (À cœur perdu)
Dir. Sarah Saidan
Animation, 2022, 15 min., France
In French and Persian with English subtitles - East Coast Premiere
> Screening in Short Films 3