About this Short Film
Parkside Watch, a 2021 short from Parkside School in New Zealand, offers a thoughtful glimpse into school life from the perspective of young people with disability. Plot details are limited, but the film’s tags point to themes around childhood, group dynamics, intellectual and physical disability, wheelchair use and moments of tension such as theft. Presented as part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, it sits among works that highlight everyday strengths, challenges and friendships. Suitable for audiences interested in authentic, community-made stories, Parkside Watch invites reflection on inclusion, care and the small choices that shape school days.
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I want to be your friend too Can you share your crackers with me Well done everyone I love your video good luck all the very best
Fantastic movie making - loved seeing the kids so engaged and enjoying themselves. Well done and good luck
An awesome film made by some very talented young boys. Well done to you all. Very proud of you Montele your a great life guard and swimmer . All the best to Parkside School.
Loved the video. A lot of work.
Fantastic film Susan - and your kids look like they really enjoyed making it and being the stars. Well done.
Leeroy did awesome job as a police man and the the of lovely kids was so awesome low it
Well Done Parkside StudentsThoroughly enjoyed your video submission wishing you all the very best in judging I have a good feeling about it but hope you enjoyed making your video as much as we enjoyed watching your final cut. You newest fan.
Awesome video guys
Just fantastic I was cheering and clapping all the time
I am so proud to say that these kids come from my town way to go guys Use are amazing.
Recognized some very handsome faces loved it amazing stuff guys and when this lockdown is over I shall be asking for an autograph
Brilliant well done
Loved watching this and seeing beautiful familiar faces. Good work Parkside
Awesome Parkside School so well done
Well done guys that was awesome
Awesome lovely
This is hitting major nostalgia points for me baywatch benny hill and so funny. Great job