About this Short Film
Marfan Syndrome is a short film from Portland Central School that brings attention to the realities of a medical and physical disability within a school setting. Made in Australia in 2021, the film looks at themes linked to Marfan syndrome, symptoms and the ways teenagers and their peers respond. It is a thoughtful, student-made piece that fits naturally within the Focus on Ability festival, which celebrates films about ability and achievement. Rather than offering a single narrative, the film invites viewers to reflect on visibility, support, and everyday life in a school community. A concise, compassionate work that starts conversations.
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A beautiful and understated film we get to know about the condition and also the individuality of the subjects beautiful illustrations too
Very personal documentary about Marfan Syndrome and what what it is like to live with the condition. Brought to life with energetic moving sketches perhaps illustrating what it might be like to see through the eyes of someone living with Marfan. Well done
An insight into the lives of students - Jarod and Shannon. I enjoyed the narrative the message and illustrations in this mini documentary. Thank you for sharing your experience living with Marfan Syndrome - very personal and informative.
Very informative and beautifully presented.
I just loved the message and the beautiful images. It was interesting so personal and because of that it really held my attention. Thank you
A very moving beautifully expressed innovative documentary. It should be shown in all classrooms.
A touching insight into Jarod and Shannon's worlds. Worlds we can never know. The drawings hint beautifully and sensitively to the uniqueness of their 'visions'. Jarod and Shannon's voices are courageous and honest. I'd like to thank them for sharing their stories and teaching me about Marfan Syndrome.
Informative and touching.
Sensitive and beauffully presented educational documentary showing the story through the eyes of its young protagonists. The drawings are superb especially when they are half-animated.
A wonderful mini-documentary. Well done team I really enjoyed the way the narration and illustrations explained Marfans and showed the daily life of someone living through it during school years. Honest and informative thankyou for sharing
This was really informative and had a real impact. Hearing and learning from real people with real experiences is so much more engaging than a textbook or classroom lesson. Thanks to everyone who worked on this but especially the young people who had the courage to share their stories.
I think Jarod and Shannon did a great job on explaining their view on Marian's