When we’re young, we may see our parents as strong protectors—immovable objects. There are also those haunting memories of vulnerability, when we realize they are human like us. These shorts offer coming-of-age stories centered on children as they perceive parents and the adults around them, and reckon with their placement in adult society.
This screening will be followed by a filmmaker Q&A.
— About the Films —
Friday, August 02 2024
6:00 PM to 7:54 PM
Regal Union Square - Auditorium 14
850 Broadway
New York, NY
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