About this Short Film
Abraham, by Desmond Edwards (Australia, 2021), is a short film included in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. It touches on themes including adults and children, clowning, group interaction and intellectual disability. The film offers a sensitive, human glimpse into moments and encounters that reflect the festival's aim to highlight the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Screened here as part of our programme, Abraham invites audiences to watch and listen, and to consider how performance, play and community can shape everyday life. It is a thoughtful addition to a programme that celebrates diverse voices and creative practice.
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Filmmaker
Desmond Edwards is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Desmond Edwards.
Youre a natural showman Desmond Thank you for sharing this film with us hope you get to the birthday party.
Desmond is mesmerising.
Go Desmond
Lovely to see you in action Desmond congratulations....
Incredible work Desmond Such beautiful performances all round.