A still from First Flight Image courtesy Dreamworks Animation LLC
This program, presented as part of the Environmental Film Festival in the
Nation’s Capital will be introduced by Flo Stone, the festival’s artistic
director and founder.
Gopher Broke (USA/2004/4 min) In this Academy-Award
nominated film, a hungry gopher hatches a clever plan
to get a quick snack. Produced by Blur Studio. The Girl Who Hated Books (Canada/2006/7 min) In this
animation, based on the book by Manjusha Pawagi, a
young girl discovers the joys of reading after an incident
brings a delightful array of book characters to life.
Directed by Jo Meuris and produced by the National
Film Board of Canada and Tamara Lynch. Tree Officer (UK/2005/6 min) A county Tree Officer finds
a way to cope with the frustrations of his job. Produced
by Ko-Lik Films. Badgered (UK/2005/6 min) The tale of a badger who
just wants the world to let him sleep. Directed by
Sharon Colman and produced by the National Film
and Television School. Turtle World (Australia/1996/9 min) A new world as
created by a sea turtle. Directed by Nick Hilligoss and
produced by the Natural History Unit, Australian
Broadcasting Corporation. First Flight (USA/2006/8 min) A disgruntled businessman
teaches a baby bird to fly. Directed by Cameron Hood
and Kyle Jefferson, and produced by Dreamworks.
Just Added: The Danish Poet (Norway, Canada/2006/15min) This film, narrated by Liv Ulmann, offers a charming look at the amazing chain of events that can lead to one's existence.
Location
Tickets
Grosvenor Auditorium
National Geographic Society
1600 M Street, NW
Washington, D.C. 20036
+1 202 857 7700
