Musical Chairs

About this Short Film

Musical Chairs, by Shannon DeVido (United States, 2022), is a short film included in this year’s Focus on Ability program. The film explores themes of group dynamics, perception and viewpoint, with particular attention to physical disability, wheelchair use and the young adult experience. It invites audiences to consider how perspective shapes interactions and belonging within a group. Quiet and observant, the film fits the festival’s aim to showcase the abilities and everyday lives of people with disability rather than reduce them to labels. A thoughtful piece that prompts reflection and conversation after the screening.