The Austin Film Festival is recognized as one of the top film festivals in the country, spotlighting top-billed and indie movies presented along side writers, directors, actors and other filmmaking professionals. This exciting festival takes place from October 24 – 31, and you can check out the full lineup and get your festival passes online here.

Do512 Family is really excited to partner with the Austin Film Festival on the Family Series! You’re all invited to check out some super cool films for kids for FREE! The films below are kid-friendly, open to the public and do not require a festival pass. Seating for these will be offered on a first come, first served basis.

Free Family Film Series:

— Akeelah and the Bee presented by Writer/Director: Doug Atchison at Hideout Theatre
Saturday, October 26, 12 p.m.
An uplifting tale of an inner-city girl (Keke Palmer) striving to become a spelling champ.

— Race to Witch Mountain presented by Actor Alexander Ludwig at State Theatre
Sunday, October 27, 12 p.m.
A taxi driver picks up two teen runaways who possess paranormal powers.

— Shorts for all ages! (two dates)
Sunday October 27, 1:15 p.m. at Galaxy Highland – Screen 5
Tuesday October 29, 12 p.m. at Galaxy Highland – Screen 6

About the short films:

• Balloon Girl (CANADA, 3 MIN)
  A little girl carries a big red balloon through the park, bringing vibrant life to the world.
• ¡Viva la Revolucion! (USA, 20 MIN)
  A victim of playground bullying starts a revolution to overthrow the autocratic regime, only to become the corrupt dictator himself.
• Sunrise in the Forest (INDONESIA, 17 MIN)
  A boy is left curious by the death of his father. One day, he meets a forest spirit whom he thinks may know where his father is.
• Turtle (USA, 10 MIN)
  Bruno’s only goals were to avoid his chores and stay cool while awaiting the sweet jingle of the ice cream truck.
• Gub Gub (QATAR, 10 MIN)
  A young girl hunts for approval and catches something much bigger.
• Steel Cut Oats (USA, 16 MIN)
  A washed-up boxer builds a giant monster out of oatmeal to protect himself from the mobsters who betrayed him.
• Dog Gone (USA, 8 MIN)
  When a bumbling cartoonist loses his dog, he gets creative in the frantic search to find his furry best friend.

To learn more about all of the films and special events included with a Film Festival Pass, please click here.