About this Short Film
This is Me (Montague School, Australia, 2019) offers a thoughtful, accessible look at themes around cognitive processing and intellectual disability within a school context. The short film speaks to the experiences of teenagers and children, including young people with autism, and highlights the strengths and challenges they navigate. Shot by Montague School, it fits naturally within the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival’s program, which celebrates the abilities, achievements and everyday lives of people with disability. Warm and respectful in tone, the film invites audiences to listen, learn and reflect on how schools and communities can better support young people with diverse learning needs.
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Filmmaker
Montague School is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Montague School.
Thanks Jess it was good to hear all about you. I especially liked the part when you were speaking
Well done Jess Great job. You look very pretty in all of those selfies Youve a got a winner here
Congratulations Jesse on presenting your story and entering into the competition. I enjoyed seeing some of your insect pictures in the bushes and hearing you tell us your story. All the best Steve
Well done Jesse. I enjoyed watching your film The best part was the video at the end where I could hear you speaking your story. That was great Thanks
I think this video is great its fantastic to hear about your life and wonderful how honest you are