The Festival is on! TOP 5 films

The 12th TAURON Young Horizons IFF kicks off! Thanks to the most intriguing productions from around the world, the upcoming days will be filled with the joy of experiencing first-class cinema – together. The screenings are bound to make a lasting impression on you. Check out a couple of must-sees!

The festival takes place from 26 September to 5 October in Warsaw, Wrocław, and 18 other Polish towns and cities. The programme is bursting with the latest discoveries, releases, and your favourite protagonists – more than 170 films in total. From 9 to 26 October, selected films will also be available online.

Underwater adventure for the youngest viewers – Tiddler

Tiddler has ridden a seahorse, met a mermaid, and found a treasure chest… He is a little fish with a big imagination. He is late for school every day, and says this is because of his amazing adventures, but nobody believes him – except his loyal friend, Johnny Dory. One day, Tiddler gets caught in a fishing net, and a real journey across the ocean begins. What was once merely a fantasy might now help him find his way home. This is an underwater story about the power of imagination, friendship, and self-confidence.

Interstellar love – Space Cadet

Robot’s life has always been all about taking care of Celeste. When the girl sets out on her first space mission, they will both face loneliness and miss each other. This dialogue-free animation uses music and emotions to talk about love that can reach for the stars, and bonds that can overcome any distance. The film is based on Kid Koala’s graphic novel. In creating his story, this Canadian DJ and visual artist was inspired by the birth of his daughter.

For the lovers of Japanese animation – ChaO

In futuristic Shanghai, humans and mermaids live side by side. The life of Stephan, a young engineer, turns upside down when he receives an unexpected marriage proposal from the aquatic princess ChaO. In this unusual love story, they must navigate their differences, traditions, and a world filled with magical beings. The film makes a reference to ningyo, the mythological human-fish creatures that have inhabited Japanese tales, legends, and anime for centuries.

A timeless classic – The NeverEnding Story

Bastian finds a book that transports him to the extraordinary land of Fantasia, where imagination determines the fate of the characters. For four decades now, this classic fantasy film has captivated adults and children alike, taking the audience to the world of dragons, heroes, and never-ending adventures.

For the adult companions of young viewers – Dreams (Sex Love)

Johanne is a daydreaming teenager who spends time pouring down her intense feelings for her female teacher on paper. Her mother and grandma are shocked when they read her writings, not only by the content but also by the girl’s unusual literary skills. What part of these notes is truth, and what part is youthful fantasy? This Norwegian drama film talks about emotions that escape simple definitions.