About this Short Film
I don't do CAN'T, directed by Ruby Habib (Australia, 2021), joins the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival line-up. The film explores what it is to grow up with a congenital and physical disability from the viewpoint of a young person. It offers a clear, human look at teenage life, belonging and the everyday decisions that shape independence. Shown with other short works that highlight the abilities and achievements of people with disability, this film adds a thoughtful, relatable voice to discussions about access, support and possibility for young people.
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Ruby Habib is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Ruby Habib.
Wow Ruby is an inspirational young lady - I hope she wins
Hi RubyAbsolutely loved it you done a fantastic job. Well Done.
YesRuby you certainly do not do.I don't do CAN'T You never will.
I have only met Ruby once about 4 years ago here in SA. However Nonna often tells me about your achievements. This video just shows us all how wonderful you are coping with your disability. Right from when you had to find a way to get around you showed us you didnt need to crawl like other children you found your own way getting around on you little bottom from then on you seemed to find all sorts of ways todo things and show people how bright you are. I loved the photos in the video showing us just how clever you are finding a way around all things so nothing beat you. I believe you are very good at school too often being able to come forward with lectures and things. I hope that your video will be appreciated to show just how you have grown and achieved so many things in your young life. Wishing you all the very best.
A wonderful message - positive inspirational and showcases beautifully how its attitude that defines us.
My Beautiful neice Ruby how proud of you we all are You come from a long line of strong women who don't do can't. Again could not be prouder.
Ruby I love your can do attitude...your humour and tenacity and I've loved watching you grow into a remarkable human being.. keep shining your light
So proud of you .. you are an inspiration ..love you
OMG I cried I I have always looked up 2 u Ruby and I hope u continue to inspire people like you do now. From Mel Millies friend the crazy one
Hi RubyI loved watching your movie. I feel privileged to know you as a mentor for girls your voice and your amazing abilities. You go girl . Love lou jetts mum.
Go Ruby What an amazing video you are an incredible person and don't stop being incredible.
So proud of the beautiful human you are keep shining your bright light on the world Ruby lead the way. I love you xx
What an inspiration This little girl has got it all . Brains beauty voice humour and most of all a positive outlook . Shes a complete package . If we had more people with this mind set it would be a beautiful world . Keep it up Ruby your the best Xo
Half price nails I love it Great job Ruby... you CAN and WILL do anything you set your mind to.
Ruby you are as always eloquent articulate and authentic. The Goddess Within you shines so brightly and you make me heart smile a big cheesy grin. I know you are coming at this big wide world at a rapid pace and I'm excited to see you shine angel.
So inspiring
Ruby you made me smile you made me laugh and you made me cry. You are an inspiration and true role model for all of us. I'm really so proud of you your movie is amazing and you are already a winner.
So proud of you Ruby. Youve always shown us you can. Love you
I always loved your energy and can do attitude - like you said the power is all in our mind and you do have an incredible one.
Beautiful video Ruby. Very inspirational. But you never did tell us whether you are right or left handed. There will always be stupid and ignorant people in all walks of life. Thankfully there are many many more that will see you as Ruby - bright cheerful intelligent sometimes a little crazy but above all warm gentle and caring. You can you do you will