About this Short Film
Christopher's Smile, by Dan Sanguineti and Michael J Watson (Australia, 2019), is a short film that explores themes around childhood disability and family life. Drawing on concerns such as congenital cytomegalovirus, intellectual and physical disability, therapy and peer groups, it offers a quiet, humane look at the relationships and routines that shape everyday experience. The film is included in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival where it sits alongside other works highlighting the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Recommended for audiences interested in intimate portrayals of care, community and resilience.
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A family that warm your heart a little boy who melts your heart Pam and Tom are amazing so proactive Christopher is truly a little miracle.
They are the most beautiful loving and supportive family. He is well loved cared for and adored not only by his immediate family but also by his extended family friends. He is amazing. Christopher really is a superstar Thank you for capturing his life so beautifully.
This little boy is amazing. Thank you for spotlighting congenital CMV. The United States lags horribly behind in any kind of CMV awareness. This video made my heart full as my son also has cCMV. Christopher looks like he is doing amazing. Huge hugs to his family. You can tell he is so loved
A smile to make a heart melt. A heartwarming insight into a day in the life of this incredible family and boy. A beautiful love story.
Christopher's smile is so contagious seeing him smile always puts a smile on my face
Wow what a great video. Really documents Christopher and the love he has for his family. I had tears in my eyes when he said mum.
Christophers smile is indeed so beautiful we are so lucky to see it every day
Christopher is an amazing boy his family is especially beautiful The little sisters are gorgeous both dedicated loving parents do their very best to give everyone as normal a life as they possibly can Cheers to all keep on smiling Christopher you little legend
His smile is so genuine so pure. His smile makes you smile. Huge amounts of love going to his family xx