About this Short Film
See Me for Who I Am, a 2020 short by Belinda Adams, offers a respectful, intimate look at themes of achievement, identity and visibility for people with congenital disability and Down syndrome. Presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, the film sits among works that celebrate skill, ambition and everyday accomplishment. It touches on areas such as acting, sport, public speaking and training, and nods to institutions like NIDA and the UN, inviting viewers to reconsider assumptions and recognise individual strengths. Warm and clear-eyed, the film urges audiences to see the person first, beyond labels and expectations.
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Belinda Adams is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Belinda Adams.
I love the inner strength that some people just have . It there simmering away all the time waoting for tge chance to shine. Thank you for the lesson.
Thanks for sharing Olivia - its great to see your amazing achievements keep reaching for the stars and keep your dreams alive Love your attitude girl
Olivia asks that we seek the angels of our better nature. No greater ask must we all answer.
Mega-bargain Olivia. Youre the original rolling stone. Or in Sen-Michael parlance Cool dude
Wow Olivia you never cease to surprise me. Your amazing
Olivia I am so blessed to know you. And through this film more people will be able to see your truth and your passion.
Always an inspiration Olivia Congratulations and hope you do well
Olivia you are an inspiration .Keep on reaching for the stars
well Done Olivia. Your an inspiration xx
Great to watch Olivia in action and NIDA graduates are the bestest
Very inspirational Olivia I agree more people with disabilities and down syndrome should be featured in films and tv more I hope you win
So Loved watching this Olivia well done Belinda and good luck
This is awesome Olivia H what a STAR Well done Belinda Adams
Way to go Olivia You are amazing