About this Short Film
"Believe in Me" by Ballina Coast High School (Australia, 2019) offers a thoughtful, grounded look at the experiences of a young person with an intellectual disability in a school setting. The short film explores themes of individuality, teenage life and the everyday moments that shape young people. Created by students, it sits naturally within the Focus on Ability festival, which celebrates the talents and perspectives of people with disability. Expect a sincere, low-key piece that prompts reflection on inclusion, support and the strengths found in ordinary school days. It is a quiet, heartfelt contribution that encourages conversation about how communities nurture young people.
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Film Transcript
Hi, hi Mike. My knowledge on that then I had to bring a package Charlotte's my brother was to drop off, which I had no idea what's inside, and my grandmother told, and I'm so happy—anything which I can receive.
Why did you not tell the shop yesterday what stuff? Yeah, and the back-rubbing and back of the store, and you can get tiny make a shot before in videos. Boys' family got—huh, what's happening in Ghana? That's a terrible thing that happened to you. A wicked Bahamas noise when they think it started on. Yeah, you do something about it. Do you have any thoughts of what the dumbest—
I don't even think we should start tomorrow, if that's okay with you. Yeah. I think I should do the same thing, to cap, cry, work on the heart. Anyway, we then you have a group, then there want them with the show. I hope your grandma doesn't find out that these behind enjoy that submit the painting, but we were wrong about it later. Living the are you guys? Well, I am. I like, so it's a great one—that my one that we did will probably win for sure. Ballet.
Yes. Hi guys, do you know why I want you here? We're here for Sony and I'm really instead sent for the newer competition. Yes, but yeah, what is the reason?
Come on. Thank you. I say thank you again. What, thank you, and thank your God. Oh, thank you. Are gone. That's Maxine. Them and called us and let us know we have one. I said, yeah. I'm sorry for not believing in you, and I'm happy for you, Cindy.
Filmmaker
Ballina Coast High School is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Ballina Coast High School.
Amazing work Loved the film.
Great film. love the multiple perosnalities. Good work Woody.