About this Short Film
Dancing For Joy: From Stroke to Salsa, directed by David Roland (Australia, 2020), is a short film that explores themes of dance, disability and mental health. Through music, writing and movement the film touches on experiences linked to stroke, depression, PTSD and motivation, while also nodding to the role of psychological support. It is a thoughtful, human portrait that fits naturally into the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, which highlights the abilities and achievements of people with disability. Festival organisers recommend this film for audiences interested in creativity, resilience and the healing possibilities of music and dance.
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Filmmaker
David Roland is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from David Roland.
Dear DavidWhat a wonderful film....with lovely pictures...... thanks for sharing YOUR story with all of us....It reflects in a sensitive way the vulnerability of life and at the same time the possibility to see a always a new CHANCE So happy to meet you after your book reading God bless youBig hug Verena
What a beautiful inspiring story of healing trauma..through music dance and meaningful connection..
The video uplifts my spirits while reminding me of how we can participate in our own healing. Absolutely inspiring David. Thank you for sharing the film and your experience with us.
Congratulations David. Your message in this film is inspiring and demonstrates how important it is to never ever give up hope. And what a joyful new skill to learn ... to dance is such a wonderful connection on so many levels. Your resourcefulness and positive actions are great teaching for all. Well done
What a sincere film about recovery and dance. It's message is inspirational for all of us to do both.
I really enjoyed this film. It was educational inspiring interesting visually very unusual easy to relate to. I would recommend all my friends to watch it.