The Garden Theatre will bring the New York International Children’s Film Festival (NYICFF) to Princeton on Saturday and Sunday, September 21 and 22. The short films of the festival expose young people to cinema from around the world. The festival debuted at the Garden last year as part of $5 Family Matinees.

The NYICFF was founded in 1997 and “is rooted in the belief of film as a path for young people to understand themselves and others,” according to its mission. Films chosen for the festival span diverse genres, cultures, and geographies, with “the most beloved, audience favorite and award-winning films” selected to tour around the country at museums, libraries, and independent cinemas like the Garden. This year’s showcase features films such as Coquille from France, and Little Fan from Germany.

The Garden’s $5 Family Matinees are underwritten by jaZams, McCarter Theatre Center, Color Me Mine Princeton, and YWCA Princeton. Visit princetongardentheatre.org/films/nyicff for tickets and further information. Showtimes are 10 a.m. both days.

The Garden is located at 160 Nassau Street.