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.
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Filmmaker
Alistair Henderson-Baker is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Alistair Henderson-Baker.
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.
Great work Al your Nanna sounds wonderful and I'm glad you can spend so much time with her from Heather.
Such a well made and special video for you Nana Al Great work and good luck
A lovely story about Nana and Alistair a very special relationshipyou are lucky to have each other. Great work Congratulations
Loved this Alistair Nanna sounds like legend Great work
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
Short-haired Nanna is a legend. Great film
Congratulations Alistair a wonderful view of your artistic talents
Nanna and Alistair obviously have a special bond. Their connection shows through in this story.
This is excellent Alistair Really love the sentiment narrating editing. I can just imagine how Nanna would love this
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.
Great work Alistair We all miss you here. Keep it up
Loved everything about your film Alistair. You portrayed the wonderful relationship between you your beautiful Nanna perfectly. Very clever so special
Alistair I like your film about Nana very much
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
Great work Alistair You are a star and super talented Such a beautiful story about you and your Nanna..I love your Nanna too
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. -
Great job Alistair. I am sure your nana and family will be very proud of you with this short film.
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
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
An awesome movie Al How special to get an insight into your relationship with your Nana. I loved watching this. Thanks for sharing
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
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.
Alistair has a beautiful relationship with his Nanna.I think his film is wonderful.
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
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
This is a really sweet film. It shows the strength of your relationship with your Nanna.