Nanna (2021), film still

Nanna

About this Short Film

Nanna (2021) by Alistair Henderson-Baker is a short Australian film that explores themes around autism, cognitive processing disability, intellectual disability, and family life. It approaches these subjects with sensitivity, offering a space to consider individual experience without presuming a single story. As part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, Nanna sits alongside other films that highlight the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Festival audiences will find a work that encourages empathy and reflection, and that speaks to families, friends and anyone interested in honest, human stories about difference and belonging.

Film Details

Country: Australia
State: Victoria
Genre: Animation
Festival Year: 2021

Film Transcript

No transcript is available for this film.

Filmmaker

Alistair Henderson-Baker is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Alistair Henderson-Baker.

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27 comments
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Janet Salvatore 29/08/2021

This film is inspiring and speaks to me of love and what family can mean in our lives which has become even more important in these COVID times. Congratulations Al on your film and your creativity.

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Heather Stewart 23/08/2021

Great work Al your Nanna sounds wonderful and I'm glad you can spend so much time with her from Heather.

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Natascha Wirz 23/08/2021

Such a well made and special video for you Nana Al Great work and good luck

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Helen Ashby 22/08/2021

A lovely story about Nana and Alistair a very special relationshipyou are lucky to have each other. Great work Congratulations

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Maree Ioannou 21/08/2021

Loved this Alistair Nanna sounds like legend Great work

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Alex Mitchell 21/08/2021

Hi Al I think your film is perfect. It reminded me of my Nanna. Which made me so happy. Im glad you felt so good on the way to Nicks concerts a lot of his friends like them too Also good job on cleaning up all of your toys. I always forget and it makes my girlfriend grumpy with me. But Im clever like you and bring her cookies so she forgives me Thank you for making my day I really hope you make more films. They are very fun and creative. Thanks so much Alex

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Sarah McDonnell 21/08/2021

Short-haired Nanna is a legend. Great film

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Nicole Cleary 20/08/2021

Congratulations Alistair a wonderful view of your artistic talents

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Margaret Kennedy 20/08/2021

Nanna and Alistair obviously have a special bond. Their connection shows through in this story.

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Hamish Mitchell 20/08/2021

This is excellent Alistair Really love the sentiment narrating editing. I can just imagine how Nanna would love this

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Scott Henderson 20/08/2021

Such a beautiful film Alistair. I loved the artwork and story telling. - it is 100 accurate. You made Nana very happy and I am a very proud Uncle. Well done.

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Philip Chung 20/08/2021

Great work Alistair We all miss you here. Keep it up

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Suzanne Haig 20/08/2021

Loved everything about your film Alistair. You portrayed the wonderful relationship between you your beautiful Nanna perfectly. Very clever so special

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Nicoletta Con 20/08/2021

Alistair I like your film about Nana very much

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Kura Webster 20/08/2021

Alistair I love you. I miss you putting your apron on for dinner watching Batman movies refusing to get off the bus....I like your film about Nana very much

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Sandra Mitchell 20/08/2021

Great work Alistair You are a star and super talented Such a beautiful story about you and your Nanna..I love your Nanna too

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Kura Webster 20/08/2021

Alistair I love you a lot. Miss you putting your apron on for dinner watching Batman movie refusing to get off the bus....I like the movie that you have made about Nana. -

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Christine Weller 20/08/2021

Great job Alistair. I am sure your nana and family will be very proud of you with this short film.

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Marion Healey 20/08/2021

Hi Alistair What a wonderful surprise my goodness you are a great narrator. I'm glad to see you have utilised your lovely paintings and drawings to communicate your very close love for your Nanna. Keep up the good work Best Wishes From Marion and all your friends at Alkira

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Melissa Poon 20/08/2021

Excellent film Alistair A warm and beautiful story. You are a great story teller with well modulated voice and creative artworks. The short film captured your wonderful moments with your nana. Awesome

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Max Speer 20/08/2021

An awesome movie Al How special to get an insight into your relationship with your Nana. I loved watching this. Thanks for sharing

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Seb Murphy 19/08/2021

You're lucky to have a great Nanna Al we all need Nanna's like yours Loving the 3D art style and storytelling. Keep up the good work ya legend

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Nick Henderson 19/08/2021

This is an excellent film Alistair - well done You are clearly a very talented film-maker and I loved your detailed artwork. I hope you and Nanna have many more magic teas with each other.

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Nicole Henderson 19/08/2021

Alistair has a beautiful relationship with his Nanna.I think his film is wonderful.

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Soph Marsland 19/08/2021

This is so ace Well done Alistair I really enjoyed your movie. You are lucky having a mamma like that I wish Id had a special relationship with me mamma. Enjoy every moment. And big congratulations on your film

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Shereen Hook 19/08/2021

What a lovely film with excellent artwork. The story is very sweet. I can tell how important your Nanna is to you and that you love her very much. I really like the waterfall background. Excellent narration

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Damian Perry 19/08/2021

This is a really sweet film. It shows the strength of your relationship with your Nanna.

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