Big Eyes, Big Minds screens an international collection of films to over 2000 students each year, from pre-school to secondary school. Tailored for specific age-groups, our film programmes support literacy learning, including media literacy. Our goal is to provide an educational experience through culturally-diverse films which examine the experiences of children from different parts of the world. We seek to broaden perspectives and stimulate critical thinking with age-appropriate themes that students can relate to.
I feel that best part about these films affirm positive values by engaging students through powerful storytelling.
The 2016 Singapore International Children’s Film Festival is opening on May 22 at the National Gallery and will run screenings for the public for 4 days only. This exciting, annual family event features the best short films from different countries, made for kids, about kids and sometimes, by kids too.
This year, the festival is proud to have the Asian premiere of Stick Man, a film adaptation of another Julia Donaldson favourite. Stick Man is made by the producers of the Oscar-nominated animated film, The Gruffalo. Bear Story, which won the Best Animated Film Award at our festival last year, has won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film this year. We are proud to present the best films for kids and continue to work hard to bring high-quality films to educate, enrich and inspire kids in Singapore.
We are excited to present the 5 film collections for 4 different age groups, on May 22, 28, 29 and June 4:
Big Eyes, Big Minds collections
1. Perfect Adventures (a collection of 11 short films)
For ages 2 to 6 – An amazing adventure around the world with Yoyo the parrot! Meet brave friends like Rice Ball, the little boy who fights a hungry lion! Tots and pre-schoolers will love this fantastic collection of 11 short films.
2. One, Two, Achoo! (a collection of 11 short films)
For ages 2 to 6 – What happens when the water droplet sneezes? Or when Rita brings her pet crocodile to visit the zoo? Where is the tree going in those red boots? Find out in this collection of 11 delightful films!
3. Home Sweet Home (a collection of 7 short films)
For ages 5 to 10 – Stick Man just wants to get home to his family tree while Jean-Michel, the shy caribou, has an important message to deliver. Don’t miss this great collection of 7 films made in 8 different countries!
4. Treasures Untold ( a collection of 10 short films)
For ages 7 to 13 – A man discovers an estranged father’s memories while another cherishes the true value of his father’s homemade gift. Be sure to catch this precious collection of 10 terrific films!
5. Make A Difference (a collection of 8 films)
For ages 10 to 18- A Brazilian boy uses the power of filmmaking to save his village while a pair of twins in the Netherlands raises money for homeless teenages in China. An awesome collection of short films that will thrill and inspire kids!
We are too excited and waiting for the next week to watch these shows. Here is the chance for all of you to win a ticket as well.
{Giveaway }
3 pairs of tickets
My Perfect Adventures (recommended for ages 7 to 13) on Sunday 22 May at 11.15am at National gallery Singapore.
1. Like Mums&Babies page2. Like Big Eyes, Big Mind page3. Name any two stories from “My Perfect Adventures”4. Tag 7 friends on our facebook post and comment in this post with your email address.5. Share this post on your timeline.
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Perfect Adventures
One, Two, Achoo!
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Answer: Eggs and LUNE~
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I love that it’s classified according to a child’s age group, so they can relate and they won’t be confused while watching the films. That’s an awesome list, I’m sure parents will appreciate it.
Children has the most unimaginable ideas! Films are a great way to educate children as it caught their attention easily..
It would be nice to watch the short films especially for kids. They really could learn a lot from here.
Is it wierd if I say I wanna watch all these films. As much as a grown up that I am, these kids films and cartoons are the best ever stress busters.
good luck to those joining… i didnt even renew my passport yet 🙁 sad…
Interesting film festival for the children, I love to watch it myself as well 🙂
This is so cool, its perfect for this coming school holiday. Going to share it with my nieces.