About this Short Film
Rite of Passage (Eli Pritchard, Australia, 2020) is a short film that explores themes of accident, family and group dynamics while attending to medical and physical disability. The work also touches on trekking and references to Mt Everest, inviting reflection on challenge, risk and care. Presented at the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, it sits within a program dedicated to showcasing the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Written and directed with a measured, human tone, the film offers audiences a chance to consider how adults and families navigate change and support, without reducing people to their impairments.
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Eli Pritchard is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Eli Pritchard.
Such a beautiful film Eli enjoying such a great adventure and memories with your Dad.Good luck with the film x
Thank heaps This will mean a lot to Eli when I next see him
Very beautiful film father and son trekking to Gokyo Ri. What an achievement
A fantastic film Eli capturing the beauty and magnificence of the landscape your amazing achievement and the incredible relationship you have with your Dad. You should be so proud.
wonderful beautiful film Good luck boys