About this Short Film
Dreaming Mia Wigini (John Cieslak, Australia, 2020) presents a delicate, hopeful exploration of themes including achievement, competition, drag, Indigenous identity, inclusion and intellectual disability. The short invites viewers to consider young adulthood, individuality and the ways performance can offer voice and belonging. Its presence in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival highlights work that celebrates ability, talent and resilience while challenging preconceptions. Warm and respectful in tone, the film contributes to conversations about representation and access for people with disability and offers audiences a chance to reflect on diversity across culture and community.
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Filmmaker
John Cieslak is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from John Cieslak.
I absolutely enjoyed wztchingbevery moment of such a magical and individual journey totally inspiring thank you for hour work and expression
Such talent I found it very insightful.
amazing film it was a pleasure working with you regards the dj and one of the organisers of the civic hotel mardigras
So very proud of you John you are a incredible brave and talent young man. May all your hopes and dreams came true.
Dreaming Mia Wigini reveals a powerful story of transcendence. Its vibrancy is celebrated through ability music and dance. The last scene reminds us to stay deadly.
Fantabulous Mia. Keep your dream alive
Amazing performance John Keep on the good work and continue to chase your dreams
Well done Mia fantabulous performance
Bloody awesome short film. For so many reasons. All the very best John and congratulations to the team behind this piece of wonderful work.
Fabulous John You looked gawgeous
So wonderful to watch So happy for you John
Fabulous john chase your dreams . The world is your oyster buddy
Good luck with your dreams john
I loved the team of people who came together to help John. Dreams do come true wonderful
A heartwarming story of inclusion. Left me feeling touched. Thank you John Mia Wigini and all who helped Mia blossom.
Sweet. Keep on dreaming Mia
Congratulations on a wonderful film that touched my heart.
What a heartfelt endeavour this film encapsulates the struggles triumphs and work that has obviously been gratefully given to help this young man. Love and Respect
Wonderful John Dreams come true
I really enjoyed the movie of John Cieslak playing his part as Mia Wigini. He clearly enjoyed every second of this creativity that he was part of.
Congratulations to everyone involved and the best of luck With the voting.
Brought such a smile to my heart beautifully made. This is an absolutely stellar example of love and respect for all kinds of people love for community and devotion to helping a fellow human reach their dream. Hats off to all involved
Well done JohnMiaYou looked like you had so much fun and a fantastic group of supporters backing you all the way.Congratulations
Absolutely beautiful you should be proud of your achievement
Such a wonderful journey and so inspirational. If only we could all be so brave.
What a beautiful glimpse into a brilliant event in this young mans life. So much love and support it was palpable. A beautiful short film which left me wanting more. 1010
What a wonderful film of a young indigenous man who has followed his dream and became a drag queen. A very touching story
Great work JohnMia You were amazing It looked like you had a ball being Mia Wigine I hope we all get to see more of her and you
So beautiful moving and inspiring.
So Beautiful. Captivating Totally drawn in for 6 lovely minutes nothing else existed. Thankyou
John Mia looks so absolutely happy and proud of himself. It is so wonderful to see the community that helped to make Mia Wigini a reality so much love and so much support .
So inspiring
The sassy wink at the end sealed the vote from me
It was a pleasure to be involved. This story touches my heart and shows that you can achieve anything if you put your mind body and soul into it. Congratulations John Cieslak and Congratulations Rado Cornell.