About this Short Film
2nd Chance, directed by Abenezer Matewos (Ethiopia, 2021), explores themes of physical disability, invention, sport and the determination of young adults. Drawing on tags of amputee, individual and motivation, the short offers a focused look at resourcefulness and the practical creativity people use to navigate daily life. Presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, it sits alongside films that celebrate ability and achievement without sentimentality. The film brings a calm, observant tone and invites viewers to consider how invention and sport can shape opportunities and identity. A concise, respectful work that adds an intimate perspective to this year’s programme.
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Abenezer Matewos is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Abenezer Matewos.
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It is a great VFX work continue on it. The story VFX and the other things in this short film ate so good. The only thing to say is WOW.
I just appreciate the message a looooot
things work out best for those who make the best OF HOW THINGS WORK OUT. truly inspired by this short film. Thumbs up
Wow hope we need it very encouaraging
The message the editing everything is perfect . all I can say is wow
I really felt hope determination and motivation.I liked the scene where it shows his background by showing the picture on the shelf
This creator deserves a the best Great story with top notch vfx work. It's on a level where no other movies from where he's from have reached.
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