There are still many films left before the end of this year's Seattle International Film Festival, but my personal favorite film so far is Joanna Lipper's Little Fugitive. It's a beautifully remade version of Morris Engel's 1953 film of the same name, updated nicely to tell a modern story while staying true to the spirit of the original. The 2006 version of the film brings the vitality of Joanna Lipper's documentary experiences working with both children and teen mothers while filming her two documentaries, Inside Out: Portraits of Children and Growing Up Fast. Little Fugitive tells a story about two young boys dealing with the challenges life hands them as latch key kids growing up in Brooklyn who must learn to rely on themselves for survival. Those familiar with the 1953 film should easily embrace this film as something fresh and new, while appreciating Lipper's homage to the original. I had the opportunity to speak with Joanna Lipper about the film during Seattle International Film Festival. She's someone we'll be hearing more from in the future.
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