About this Short Film
Our Trojan Robot (Caringbah Craft Centre, Australia, 2019) is a short film included in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. The work draws attention to themes of achievement, inclusion and support, and to the practical craft of woodwork. It speaks to the experiences of adults living with intellectual and physical disability and the value of group activity and shared purpose. As festival organisers, we present this film as a quiet celebration of skill, teamwork and dignity. It sits comfortably within the festival program, inviting audiences to reflect on how community spaces and creative practice can enable participation and achievement.
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I only discovered Caringbah Craft Centre this week and what a treasure I have been missing And what perfect time to discover run time to vote
I have visited the centre a few times with the kids during their school holidays and I am fascinated and impressed with all the hand works of these individuals which are so unique that the kids just loves to play with them. Thank you so much Shaun and your team for the beautiful and special piece of work you provide for the community. We applaud your timeless effort in the good work. Keep it up Caringbah Craft Centre.
These initiatives are so important to provide empathy and compassion for those living with a disability. Sharing their triumphs and achievements provides them with a voice personal pride confidence and growth For my brother Damien who has Down Syndrome he is able to tap into his world of loving Sci fi movies. Damien has always been into sci-fi Star Trek Dr Who and Star Wars. He has really found building miniature robots fun and rewarding So great that the documentary of Damien's journey with the team at Caringbah craft has been captured in this documentary. We need more people like Shaun Ferguson who want to make a difference to the lives of people with a disability Good luck team with your entry.
What a heartwarming video. Congratulations to Shaun and his team for creating such a happy and creative workshop. Good Luck.
What an inspiring video. I would like to purchase some of the Robots.
WOW what an amazing achievement guy's You should all be very proud of yourselves.For the past 15year's my husband Shaun has worked in diverse community program's caring inspiring and encouraging people with all abilities to reach their full potential. This wonderful film is a credit to him for all his year's of passion and dedication.Caringbah Craft Centre is a fantastic place where people get to shine.Congratulations
Over several years I have purchased many items from the Caringbah Craft Centre and still have many items that my children are currently playing with that Johan and his friendly team made. Early this year l was last there and I can recall the enthusiasm and excitement as the idea of the Robot Project was in it beginning stages. Its wonderful watching your video to see how it all worked out and it also greatly saddened me to hear of the loss of such a great man who was always friendly passionate and dedicated to his work.Thank you for your video
I'm a support worker. One of my clients has just started going to the Caringbah Craft Centre. He absolutely loves it. The staff there are phenomenal and so wonderful. I saw first-hand what these gentlemen make and how much fun they have together with the staff and each other. Also how proud they are in what they've achieved. Thank you to the staff that dedicate their time and knowledge to helping these men reach their goals and at the same time bond some wonderful friendships. Sean and Jess you are both beautiful souls.