The Global Search for Education: The Brightest Star: A Haunting, Dialogue-Free Fantasy by Tuomas Tuppurainen
Feb04

The Global Search for Education: The Brightest Star: A Haunting, Dialogue-Free Fantasy by Tuomas Tuppurainen

This month on Planet Classroom, audiences can screen The Brightest Star, directed by Tuomas Tuppurainen.

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Nostalgia Meets Mystery: A Review of The Brightest Star
Feb01

Nostalgia Meets Mystery: A Review of The Brightest Star

By Serena Wooten Tuomas Tuppurainen’s The Brightest Star is a bittersweet, enigmatic animated film that evokes childhood nostalgia while delving into themes of innocence and mystery. This visually stunning, dialogue-free masterpiece captivates with its hand-painted animation style reminiscent of classic Disney films and the emotionally evocative scores of Studio Ghibli. The story centers on a little girl’s journey into a mysterious...

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The Global Search for Education: Naming and Identity: A Conversation with Aaron Strand
Nov01

The Global Search for Education: Naming and Identity: A Conversation with Aaron Strand

This month, audiences can screen The Name on the Planet Classroom Network.

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Naming a Legacy: Balancing Culture and Parenthood
Nov01

Naming a Legacy: Balancing Culture and Parenthood

By Alex Silverman The Name, directed by Aaron Strand, tells the story of an expecting couple struggling to choose their child’s name. The father prefers a traditional English name inspired by Shakespeare, while the mother, of Hindi descent, wishes to honor her heritage. Their emotional journey offers insight into the challenges new parents face when merging cultural identities. This insightful short film captures the beauty and...

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The Global Search for Education: Exploring Young Love in Attraction with Filmmaker Huanshuo Wang
Sep08

The Global Search for Education: Exploring Young Love in Attraction with Filmmaker Huanshuo Wang

This month, audiences can screen Attraction on the Planet Classroom Network.

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