the film festival for children and young people
1 - 10 July 2004 | Showroom Cinema, Sheffield | Box Office: 0114 275 7727

Films Index A - Z

• A Knight's Tale PG 12+
  A young squire takes up the identity of his master and sets out to prove himself. >> more
• A Slippery Tale (Pantoffelhelden) 4+
  Love is blind as frog falls in love with a lady frog, or does he? >> more
• ARTyTECTURE 8+
  The documentary follows 'Team Spirit', a group of students at Brinsworth Comprehensive School in Rotherham, as they develop an artists studio. >> more
• About A Girl 15+
  A 13 year-old girl sings Britney's lyric I'm Not That Innocent, but the words underline a sad irony in her own life. >> more
• Angelina Ballerina: Sammy's Club 2+
  Sat 3 & Mon 5 July 11.30am Shown as part of TV Treats Animation/Shorts UK 12 mins... >> more
• Angry Kid: Russian Roulette 10+
  This film was made using a process called pixilation which uses real actors instead of models. The character is actually a real person wearing a mask. >> more
• Balby Dance
  A documentary focusing on the choreography developed by students of Balby Primary School. >> more
• The Beezes And The Cherries (Bizgeci : Cesnje) 4+
  Can Koki, Bigo and Figo get to the ripe cherries which are so tantalisingly out of reach? >> more
• Ben Nevis' Nap 4+
  Ben Nevis, the lizard, is trying to take a nap but is disturbed by Mrs. Been, the busy bee. >> more
• The Blue Butterfly 8+
  A story of determination and dreams. >> more
• Bob The Builder: Bob And The Badger
  Can Bob and the crew help Farmer Pickles save the lettuce patch and the badgers? >> more
• Bump At Cedar 5+
  Ghouls, mummies and a headless horseman haunt a school when a group of children plot to get their revenge on the school caretaker. >> more
• Camera Take Five 10+
  Dave Brubecks jazz standard Take Five is the starting point for this abstract visual interpretation. >> more
• Candid Chaos 12+
  Chaos reigns when a businesswoman gets given the wrong briefcase. >> more
• Captain Sabertooth (Kaptein Sabeltann) 4+
  In a world where adventures never end one man rules: the meanest, badest pirate of them all, the king of the seven seas; the one and only Captain Sabertooth. >> more
• The Cat Returns (Neko No Ongaeshi) PG 6+
  Follow Haru on her adventures in the mysterious world of the cats. >> more
• Circuit Marine 4+
  A cat, a goldfish, a parrot and a pirate try their best to survive the stormy seas. >> more
• Closing Gala 7+
  Showcomotion 2004 closes with a special preview of a lovely family film and the premiere of a new short staring Paul Daniels and Debbie McGee. >> more
• Cracking Contraptions 4+
  Five adventures from Showcomotion favourites, Wallace and Gromit. >> more
• Crossing The Tiger 8+
  Three children leave their class to perform a dare and find themselves travelling between worlds... >> more
• Daddy's Girl 12+
  Daddy's Girl is a story which makes you realise that in the underworld you can trust no one, including family. Especially not your family! >> more
• Dead End 12+
  Following the discovery of a young girl's body we look back on the last hours of her life, in this powerful short made with young people in Doncaster. >> more
• Digital Journeys 12+
  Using archive images and the personal stories of people who have migrated to the UK, pupils from three Sheffield schools have created multi-layered digital narratives exploring the themes of identity, loss and hope. >> more
• Do Not Ruin 7+
  A plea to save the environment. >> more
• The Dog Who Was A Cat Inside 6+
  A dog and cat live together in the same body but are in turmoil. >> more
• Dog 15+
  What starts out as an ordinary day for 15-year-old Leah has a shocking and violent conclusion. >> more
• Don't Be Scared To Be Different 7+
  Children in Year 1 and Year 5 perform their own poetry and voice their hopes for the future. >> more
• Dream 7+
  A little girl dreams of her future life. >> more
• The Emperor 10+
  An unusual take on Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte and his not so bony body part. >> more
• Evil Potato Rampage 12+
  Students at school are having a kick-about with a potato. Little do they realise the power of this spud and there are disastrous consequences when it decides to fight back. >> more
• The Exchange 12+
  A film about understanding the strains of the young and the elderly, with a strange twist... >> more
• Extreme Granny Switch 12+
  A tale of skateboarders & the trouble they experience at the hands of an old lady. >> more
• Feather Boy 10+
  Adapted from the award-winning novel by Nicky Singer, Feather Boy tells the story of Robert Nobel who dreams at night of flying to escape his troubled world of school bullies and his parents' divorce. >> more
• Firth Park Community Arts College Choice 12+
  Firth Park Community Arts College in Sheffield has been asked by the festival to pick a selection of the best shorts. >> more
• Gary's Fall 4+
  Gary (voiced by Lenny Henry) is a polar bear who lives with his family of polar bears in a zoo in the Midlands. >> more
• Gearhead 15+
  Compelling and original short film conveys the surreal experience of a young drop-out. >> more
• The Godson 10+
  This film was made using claymation. Animation is created by repeatedly moving plasticine models a small amount and taking a frame. >> more
• Gone 15+
  A young man looks back on a party at which things go very wrong for his friend. >> more
• Gorilla Cinema Education Showcase 1 5+
  An afternoon of film which celebrates the talent of young people from across the region who have been working with Gorilla Cinema from Sheffield. >> more
• Gorilla Cinema Education Showcase 2 8+
  An afternoon of film which celebrates the talent of young people from across the region who have been working with Gorilla Cinema from Sheffield. >> more
• Hash (Hush) 10+
  The pigs and the wolf have a new recipe for making Hash ­a famous dish in Russia that's a rich, thick broth. >> more
• Hectic Life 7+
  Life is hectic according to the group of young people who wrote and performed in this music video. >> more
• Humdrum 10+
  Two shadow puppets are bored - so bored, in fact, that they decide to play with shadows themselves. >> more
• Immediate Boarding (Tur Och Retur) 7+
  A chance meeting for Julia and Martin changes their lives forever in this 'life swap' comedy. >> more
• Is Billy In? 12+
  A group of young people from Somerset made this choreographed music video in collaboration with the radical music group, Stomp. >> more
• Jordan And The Genie 12+
  Two brothers fight over a mysterious rabbit which magically transforms into a trainee genie. >> more
• Jump Boy 15+
  Baggy learns the hard way what it's like when the 'gangstas' are out to get you. >> more
• The Lift 12+
  The usual dodgy suspects think they are about to score big time when an old lady enters the lift. >> more
• Little Longnose (Karlik Nos) 6+
  Jacob and Princess Greta must thwart the wicked witch's plans and get back to their families. >> more
• Lonely Hearts 12+
  A lonely hearts column reads 'must like country walks and ballroom dancing' should lead to a romantic encounter, but all is not as it seems. >> more
• Lord Of The Rings: The Return Of The King 12A
  The third and final epic in the Lord Of The Rings trilogy. Will good triumph over evil? >> more
• The Lost Love Story 7+
  This is eight-year-old Arjo Shrestho's debut film; it centres on the heroine Shiropa and a poor young street vendor, Chandu. >> more
• Loulou 4+
  While Tom the rabbit is enjoying himself on the beach, Loulou, a young wolf cub, finds himself all alone in the world. >> more
• Mad Dog Mongrel 12+
  A gang of teenagers unleash the spirit of a bloodthirsty beast. >> more
• The Magician 5+
  James, aged eight uses his new found magic skills to change his sister into an apple. >> more
• Magnifico 10+
  Showcomotion is delighted to be able to present the first UK screening of this exceptional film from the Philippines. >> more
• Memories Of Ferham 5+
  A warm and humorous documentary which captures and recreates the childhood memories of past pupils from Ferham Primary School in Rotherham. >> more
• Milan Street Work In Progress 12+
  Work in progress of a film being made by Blazin Kru with the support of film maker mentor Eve Wood. >> more
• The Milliner 10+
  Using the metaphor of a jigsaw to depict a precise and formulaic society, the hatmaker finds out very quickly what happens to those who refuse to fit in. >> more
• The Miracle Of Bern (Das Wunder von Bern) 10+
  A heart-warming story of a boy's fight to help his team win the World Cup. >> more
• MixTape 13+
  A selection of music promos, skate vids and extras, in conjunction with Drive Thru Records and Halloween. >> more
• The Monk And The Fish 10+
  A monk becomes obsessed with a fish and tries everything to catch it. >> more
• Murphy's Law 12+
  Jonny's day starts badly and then just when he thinks he has it sorted, it gets worse. >> more
• Musikally Infektious 12+
  The paths of four unassuming characters collide when selfishness, desperation and passion cloud judgments. >> more
• My Hero (Im Herosy) 12+
  Mariam, aged 11, tells the story of her mother and four sisters who come together to weave carpets and to sing. >> more
• New Projections 1 7+
  Programme of short films made by young people from right here in Sheffield and from around the world. >> more
• New Projections 2 12+
  A programme of short films made by young people from right here in Sheffield and from around the world. >> more
• Norton College Showcase: Stop Motion Shorts 8+
  Media students at Norton College have produced this compilation of almost 30 short animations. >> more
• Norton College Showcase: Final Year Showcase 12+
  Norton College, part of The Sheffield College, proudly presents an evening of films, highlighting the film making talent of the young people studying for media qualifications. >> more
• One Love 12+
  Jamaica's very own Romeo And Juliet, set against the backdrop of the country's rich musical heritage. >> more
• Opening Night Gala 5+
  Showcomotion 2004 opens in style with a preview of the much anticipated Shrek 2 >> more
• Our Town 5+
  The controversial issues surrounding the redevelopment of Hoyland are explored by children at St Helens Primary School, Barnsley in this short documentary. >> more
• Pingu: Pinga Sleepwalks 2+
  Pingu looks after Pinga when she starts to sleepwalk. >> more
• Preparation (Nakhapatrastoutyoun) 12+
  Soldiers load a gun and the air is full of tension. But can a gun shoot fun and fireworks as well as fear? >> more
• Puss Puss 12+
  Katie sees her boyfriend's cat as a rival for his affections and would love to see the back of it. >> more
• Recycled 12+
  When his step-dad is devoured by his wheelie bin, Michael sets out to live life as he wants. >> more
• Risking It! 12+
  An evening of young film making talent. >> more
• Rose That Grew From Concrete 12+
  A love story. Boy meets girl. Boy loses girl to another. Boy regains girl. >> more
• Rubbadubbers: Sheriff Terrence 2+
  Terrence wants to be the sheriff but things don't go according to plan. >> more
• Run, Rabbit, Run 12+
  The tale of a young girl who is helped by the spirit of an ancestor. >> more
• School Of Rock PG 10+
  For those who have just finished their exams, we salute you! >> more
• Screwball 12+
  A story about the power of magic to overcome bullying. >> more
• Short and Sweet 4+
  A selection of delightful short animated films from around the world. The films are in English or without dialogue and are suitable for the youngest of film fans. >> more
• Shrek 2 PG 5+
  Shrek and Fiona return to Fiona's homeland to tell her parents the good news. >> more
• Skin Deep 15+
  Romo, a mixed race white-Pakistani boy "passes" for white until one night when he is finally forced to confront the consequences of his deceptions. >> more
• The Sniper (Dipkahar) 12+
  The sniper follow many people and reaches a child who finally stops him. >> more
• Somersault 15+
  A poignant short about daughters and mothers. >> more
• Spacechines
  Based on pupils' poems about Aliens and Machines this animated-poetry video meets up with musical-eared aliens and flying spaceships. >> more
• Split Screens: Creative Young People's Film Making Across South Yorkshire Juniors 5+
  This special evening celebrates the creativity of young people from across the region who have been working with C Media Productions over the past year. >> more
• Split Screens: Creative Young People's Film Making Across South Yorkshire 12+
  This special evening celebrates the creativity of young people from across the region who have been working with C Media Productions over the past year. >> more
• Step Forward 12+
  See the legend of the Muffinator and many other highlights each written, developed and produced by young people from their own individual perspective. >> more
• The Story Of Nicholas Saunderson 7+
  A documentary, using a mixture of simple animation and live action, on the life and times of Nicholas Saunderson, a famous mathematician from Penistone. >> more
• Suburbia Strange 12+
  In a comedy retake on Rear Window, a man suspects his neighbour of wrong doing. >> more
• Sugar Free 12+
  Luke's brother, Daz, sets out to give him a birthday surprise that he won't forget, but Luke has other things on his mind. >> more
• TV Treats 2+
  The best in children's television animation from Hit Entertainment. >> more
• Taking Chances 12+
  A girl falls in love with the most popular boy in school; she has a hard time and doesn't know who to turn to. >> more
• Talking With Angels 12+
  10-year-old Alan and his family make their way to the clinic for Mum's regular injection of the drug intended to subdue her 'schizophrenic' inner voices and visions. >> more
• Teenage Britain 15+
  A selection of short films, including some award winners, looking at life for young people in the UK. >> more
• The Tunnel 12+
  A group of young people dare each other to enter 'the tunnel'. >> more
• Thomas And Friends 2+
  Thomas and James have to work together to save the fireworks display. >> more
• The 3 Bears Present 10+
  3 Bears Animations and they have put together a special selection of films showcasing the full range of animation techniques. >> more
• Too Little Too Late 12+
  Young people from Waltheof School, Sheffield examine bullying. >> more
• The Twin Exchange 12+
  A girl decides to ditch the boyfriend when her date doesn't go to plan and she uses her sister do the dirty deed. >> more
• Two Brothers U 7+
  Special festival preview of a beautiful tale of two tigers. >> more
• Where Does The Music Go When You Can't Hear It?
  A search for the journey of sound. >> more
• William Blake: Inspiration & Illustration 8+
  An exhibition of William Blake's paintings and prints, on loan from Tate Britain, provided the stimulus for art workshops with 14-15 year olds at four Sheffield Schools. >> more
• Wondrous Oblivion PG 8+
  11 year-old David has to chose between fitting in or standing up for his new friends. >> more
• Wrong Trousers Day 2004 4+
  A special free programme of Wallace and Gromit films including A Grand Day Out, Cracking Contraptions, The Wrong Trousers and A Close Shave. >> more
• Yoko! Jakamoko! Toto! The Dance 4+
  The three friends create musical magic. >> more
• You Make My Body Shake 15+
  Girl meets boy-band in this charming film. >> more
• Zafir 7+
  Two unlikely friends are brought together through their mutual love for Zafir, a beautiful stallion. >> more