About this Short Film
Like a Flower, by Linda Neil (Australia, 2022), is a short film that touches on adulthood, individuality and Parkinsons through the lens of song. The film uses music and quiet, personal moments to highlight the abilities and challenges people experience, offering honest observation rather than dramatic spectacle. It sits naturally within the Focus on Ability programme, showcasing the talents and achievements of people with disability while inviting audiences to listen differently. Simple and affecting, Like a Flower celebrates human expression and the small, powerful ways people keep making themselves heard.
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Linda Neil is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Linda Neil.
Beautiful thoughtful film and soundtrack Linda
Brilliant flick from a brilliant lady.
It is great that Linda can smile and be creative against the odds. Her film is poignant and very sweet containing such a positive message about thriving despite disability.
Such an inspiring and tender work - and through such adversity The power of the human creative spirit
Smiles like words and songs have the power to touch and open our hearts. How many of us missed the smiles of loved ones and even strangers during the pandemic This short film gently leads us to reflect on how significant smiles can be. The film and its soundtrack invite us to relate to a journey of perseverance to choose our words carefully and treat people's and our own hearts like a flower. Thank you Linda Neil for this beautiful and inspiring short film.
Sending our love and support across the oceans The film makes the viewer think about time and how every moment and yes every smile is precious
loved it lovely sweet lady
Amazing and delightful. The music is sweet and tender. The song lyrics and photography provide an incredible sense of peace and calm. Excellent work Linda.
I love the unusual combination of delicacy and boldness in this film. There's an insistence on beauty self-possession and spiritual assertion. The original soundtrack is lovely. Well done Linda
Great work Linda Loved seeing the pictures of you out and about with a big smile on your face. I can certainly see how you have taken ownership of your smile and have refused to stop showing it. Perfect music choice to go with all your photos. Keep it up