Jaime Lo, a shy Chinese-Canadian girl, observes the world around her through her drawings. When her father is sent to Hong Kong for a year-long work assignment, Jaime Lo must use her creativity to cope with his absence. This story offers us a lighthearted glimpse into a common dilemma that many immigrant families face, where one parent must work overseas in order to provide for the rest of the family back home.

“Jaime Lo, small and shy” is geared toward children age 5 to 9 with vibrant animation brings a cultural tale alive. The film was directed by Lillian Chan.

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Jaime Lo, small and shy : short film