About this Short Film
A Boy Called Fletcher (Geraldton Senior College, Australia, 2018) offers a thoughtful look at themes around autism, cognitive processing disability and the everyday feelings of young people. Set in a school context, the short film reflects on individual experience among teenagers without assuming a single story. It invites viewers to consider how difference can shape relationships, learning and self-understanding. Presented in the Focus on Ability festival, this work highlights emerging filmmaking and contributes to wider conversations about ability, inclusion and the strengths of diverse perspectives. It is an accessible, human portrait that encourages empathy and curiosity.
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Geraldton Senior College is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Geraldton Senior College.
I really enjoyed your video. You conveyed the message well. What a confident well spoken young man. Congratulations and well done.
Hi Fletcher It has been a pleasure watching you in this video to see how much you have grown and achieved since your Mt Tarcoola days. You have become a happy caring young man. I would like to let you know I learnt a lot from you when you were at Mt Tarcoola which has helped my understanding and made me a better person. Love Mrs Hughes
What a fantastic film Fletcher Im so proud of you Working with such an inspiring young man and supporting your education from Kindy Pre primary and Yr 1 was among some of my most memorable years at Mt Tarcoola. I hope you continue raising awareness about the challenges students with Autism can face. So proud youll always hold a special place in my heart. Mrs Atkin
I enjoyed watching your video Fletch. We have so many memories of your time at Mount Tarcoola Primary School. Lovely to see you all grown up and enjoying Geraldton Senior College.
What a great film. it shows what a kind thoughtful and talented person you are. I am so proud of you Fletcher. Keep on doing the things you love.
Well done Fetcher the whole film was interesting. Keep up the film making
Fletcher you did such a great job. Keep up with all your interests and passions and never stop being YOU.
You made me cry Fletch. That little boy has turn into one heck of a man and human being. Been there most of your journey and this is so you . Thank tou for showing everyone else.
Great film We were intrigued the whole way through. Excellent choice of song too
We loved the acting sequence. It got us very intrigued the whole way through. Thanks for spending the time on such a great film.
Awesome Fletcher
hi there buddy keep it up and you should more than keep going follow your dreams and you can't go wrong
nice work and i hope you win mate form your friend Kirito
this video has inspired me to think of new ways to make friends. keep it up and strive for the best. best wishesKazuto
An awesome video that inspires a lot of people. good work
Very touching and awe-inspiring. good work
what a wonderful video
Just wonderful. You should be so very proud of yourself. Your writing is lovely superior to mine and I'm an old lady. Continue to be the wonderful person you are. Good luck with your future stay strong . Best wishes Lorna