3RD PLACE - Latest Generation Film Contest

3RD PLACE

Grandpa Noel’s Gift

Riley Killian

Appleton, Wisconsin

Director’s Statement:

"When my oldest cousin turned five, my grandpa took it into his hands to make a short story about her and the many adventures a five year old may encounter in life, fantastical or not. With the gift of a writer, he presented the story to the aunts and uncles (his children and their spouses) and my oldest cousin and vowed to make one for each grandchild. Twenty-four stories later, he finally gets to share his story!"

Quotes from Reviewers:

"Heartwarming, intergenerational personal subject."

"I enjoyed and appreciated this project. I appreciated its originality and, cinematically, I loved the integration of the family 'home movie' footage."

"Mixed home video with current video extremely well. Emotional throughlines, well-organized interview footage, and good audio quality."