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Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels * Educational, Informative And Heartwarming – Yet Not Too Technical

Explores the work of scientists and bioengineers who are behind groundbreaking medical innovations, such as CAR T-cell immunotherapy and the inner workings of the human body for treating blood cancers like leukemia. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic IvyJoy C. comments, “It's difficult for me to express how much I enjoyed this film. It is very moving. I feel the impact on my heart, my brain, and my humanity. It is an experience like no other film I have ever seen. While not too technical, it is educational, informative, and heartwarming...This film touched my heart in a way that no other has. It put me through waves of emotions – even making me cry at some points. This title is often held loosely and, in my opinion, this is the best movie of the year. ” See her full review below. Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels By IvyJoy C., KIDS FIRST! Film Critics, … - read more...

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The Amateur * Love Makes People Do Crazy Things

Charlie Heller is a brilliant CIA decoder whose world comes crashing down when his wife dies in a London terrorist attack. When his supervisors refuse to take action, his intelligence becomes the ultimate weapon as he embarks on a dangerous trek across the globe to track down those responsible. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Juliana S. comments, “The Amateur is such a captivating film! Through storylines and characters the movie shows how one should live in the moment and appreciate everything that they have… The film’s message is that love makes people do crazy things, and one should never take something for granted.” See her full review below. The Amateur By Juliana S, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 16 https://youtu.be/PqQYAL6Doto The Amateur is such a captivating film! Through storylines and characters the movie shows how one should live … - read more...

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Jump Start Your Acting Career As A KIDS FIRST! Reporter

Do you love film, love talking about film and love being on-camera? If so, we have a job for you on our international KIDS FIRST! Film Critics team! This audition is open to those wishing to be join our team. The KIDS FIRST! Film Critics is an international team of 65 tween and teen reporters who attend various industry events - press screenings, red carpets, press junkets - and review the latest films and media plus they and interview industry professionals -- actors, directors, production designers, animation directors and more!Auditions are open to tweens and teens anywhere in the world, ages 9 to 16. You must be able to write and speak English as … - read more...

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Join our KIDS FIRST! Film Critics Team

Are you a kid who loves film, loves talking about film and loves to be on-camera? If so, we want you on our national KIDS FIRST! Film Critics team! This audition is open to those wishing to be join our national KIDS FIRST! Film Critics team. To audition, click on the link below to apply. Auditions are open tweens and teens, ages 9 to 16. There are three short steps to enter. There is no fee to participate in this program; there is a nominal fee to take one of our boot camps. Go here to for more information: https://www.kidsfirst.org/become-a-juror/ Before applying, please familiarize yourself with our program by visiting our website … - read more...

From the Jury

The Ballad of Wallis Island * A Unique Film With Wonderful Acting, An Unconventional Story, And Heartfelt Themes

The Ballad Of Wallis Island follows Charles (Tim Key), an eccentric lottery winner who lives alone on a remote island and dreams of getting his favorite musicians, McGwyer Mortimer (Tom Basden & Carey Mulligan) back together. His fantasy turns into reality when the bandmates and former lovers accept his invitation to play a private show at his home on Wallis Island. Old tensions resurface as Charles tries desperately to salvage his dream gig. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Daniel S. comments, “The Ballad of Wallis Island is a unique film that I absolutely loved. Its wonderful performances, unconventional story, and heartfelt themes make The Ballad of … - read more...

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