Dyslexia

About this Short Film

Jarred Fantom’s Dyslexia (Australia, 2020) is part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. The short explores themes around dyslexia and cognitive processing disability through moments that involve children and teenagers, school settings, teachers and group interactions. It addresses the emotional side of learning differences, including feelings of low mood, while also offering scenes of encouragement and peer support. The film speaks to educators, families and anyone interested in how young people navigate learning challenges. Quiet and humane in tone, Dyslexia invites reflection on ability, resilience and the small acts that help a young person feel understood.