About this Short Film
Light A Candle (2023), by Malawian filmmaker Bright Makina, is a short film presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. While the film's narrative is left for viewers to discover, it explores themes of achievement, begging, business and employment, alongside group dynamics, kindness, theft and the realities of living with a physical disability. It speaks to the experiences of young adults and wheelchair users, offering a snapshot from Malawi that prompts conversation about inclusion and opportunity. This thoughtful short complements the festival’s aim to showcase diverse abilities and everyday acts of courage and resourcefulness.
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Bright Makina is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Bright Makina.
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