Times Square Spotlight: Kindness Appreciation Award Winners
The Kindness Appreciation Awards (5 total prizes, $1,000) goes to:
(1) THE BILL
Based on a true story, this two minute short film delivers a profound message without any words. The short film transports viewers to a snapshot in time with rich cinematography and an artistic scene. Set in a warmly lit restaurant, a young boy and girl share a meal with their uncle, where the decision to do something kind, though momentary, brings great warmth to the man’s heart.
(2) My Teacher
In this exclusive short film presented by Clearview School of Art and Culture’s official channel, the teacher’s unique expression of kindness to a new student inspires the whole class, touches ten thousand viewers, and perfectly embodies the Confucius teaching in traditional values: Love all Equally. Viewers praise the powerful message delivered in only a few words, along with the great acting performed by the young stars in the film. One comment reads, “These kinds of videos are exactly what the world needs, even small, good deeds can change the whole world…..brings back hope for humanity!”
(3) Life is a journey where kindness is given
A group of young people travel the remote mountainous regions in Hà Giang Province, Vietnam to help children in need. Traveling by motorcycle on rugged paths, carrying all kinds of resources like food, clothes and other necessities, they compare the journey to life itself. “Life is a journey where kindness is given. Thousands of miles of distance will not stop our footsteps on the journey of sending love and compassion.”
(4) Grandfather’s Story
This exquisite short animation piece is done in an ink and wash painting style, with harmonious color spun with Chinese music. Based on real events, it tells the story of a grandfather and grandson building a pavilion, stone by stone, to provide the whole village shade and a place to rest, expounding on how traditional values like kindness and perseverance pass down through generations.
(5) KINDNESS IS COOL
Inspired by the mission of promoting kindness, talented nine-year-old singer, Big Lotus 415, wrote and performed an original song about kindness that received the heartfelt admiration of tens of thousands of viewers. In this original music video, Big Lotus 415 sings a catchy tune about why he thinks kindness is what today’s world truly needs.
Congratulations to the winners of the $1,000 prize!
Song Credit: "Kindness Is Cool" by Big Lotus 415
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