About this Short Film
Linda's Story (Eye to the Future, Australia, 2020) offers a personal and clear-eyed portrait of an adult living with blindness. The short film explores questions of employment, study and travel while touching on NDIS, research and researcher perspectives, and how perception shapes daily life. It highlights individual achievement and the practical realities people with sensory disability can navigate. Gentle in tone and direct in viewpoint, the film complements the Focus on Ability festival’s aim to showcase diverse abilities and accomplishments. A thoughtful piece for audiences interested in disability, accessibility and the ways institutions and communities influence opportunity.
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Linda's story is inspirational and she is a great scientist educator mentor and boss
I always knew you would be awesome Linda. Fond memories of you fromschool and so proud of what you have achieved. You have a heart of gold the world needs more people in it like you
An inspiring University teacher and practical academic family person and also undertaking overseas work with disadvantaged communities. Has a major visual impairment. A role model to all.
Loved seeing your story - thanks for sharing
A highly capable and inspirational and woman and scientist.
I wouldn't have gotten to where I am today without your support and guidance. Thank you.
I have had the pleasure of working with Linda in her capacity as Head of School Science and Technology and she is nothing short of incredible. If only I had half of Linda's ABILITY I would be a proud and successful woman. A wonderful example of who and how we can all strive to be.
Congratulations on your personal and professional achievements Linda and for the production of this informative and thought provoking documentary. You can take the girl out of Mt Isa but can't take the 'Isa' from the girl. Indomitable
Linda has been and continues to be an inspiration .