Kino for Kids is a specially curated program which takes place as part of the German Film Festival.
Give your students the wonderful opportunity to experience the latest children's and youth films from Germany.
If you would like to create your lessons more lively, have a look at the accompanying materials to the films, specially developed by us for your German language classroom.
Martina lives in a Berlin high-rise housing estate and wins a scholarship to attend a prestigious boarding school in an idyllic Alpine town. Upon arrival, she instantly becomes embroiled in the rivalry between the boarders and the "day pupils" from the local village. There is nothing ordinary about this school and Martina finds herself torn between academic aspirations, family responsibilities, and loyalty to newfound friends.
While his parents set off for a holiday in Gran Canaria, Flo and Lassie go with family friend Gerhard to his aunt Cosima’s farm in South Tyrol. Cosima lives there with her foster children Kleo and Henri, and her Jack Russell Terrier Pippa. When Flo, Kleo and Henri hear about the mysterious disappearances of several dogs in the village, they are alarmed. But then there is a break-in at Aunt Cosima's house and Pippa is stolen! Together with Lassie, the three friends investigate and set out to catch the thieves and rescue Pippa.
An action fan and prank king, nine-year-old Max has a tough time. He attends the most boring school in the world, has trouble following all the rules and, on top of everything, has the nerdy Frieda as a seatmate. His vibrant, bubbly nature is a thorn in the headmaster’s side – who wants to ensure law and order. At the exact right moment, Rasputin Rumpus, the inspector of the Boredom Control Authority shows up and an exciting and unforgettable class trip begins!
While Juli passed her high school diploma with flying colors, her twin Alex failed. What they both have in common is their love of skateboarding, so after graduating from high school, a cool summer at the skate park lies ahead of them. Together with the daring Ewa and the complete skating newbie Nia, the four girls found the skate crew GetUp and are aiming to take part in a skating competition in Cologne together. If they win the competition, a shared Interrail trip and new boards would await them all!
Comedy, 92 min
Director: Lea Becker
Recommended: German Rating FSK 6 (Similar to PG)
Our age recommendation: junior/ senior secondary
Topics: skateboarding, friendship, growing up
PRICES:
For groups of minimum 20 people the price is $14.00 per student or teacher, with one teacher free for every 20 students.
BOOKING INFORMATION:
Bookings are essential. The films are subject to availability. Both films are available for a morning or afternoon session from Monday to Friday. Cinema locations may also be changed upon request and cinema availability. For bookings and enquiries, please contact your city’s cinema through the emails listed below.
