Mission Possible (2023), film still
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Mission Possible

About this Short Film

Mission Possible, from Parkside Specialist School (New Zealand, 2023), celebrates achievement and community in a school setting. The short film highlights young people with intellectual and physical disabilities, including wheelchair users and students with cognitive processing needs. Its themes include birthday, classroom life, group interaction, motivation and surprise, presented with warmth and optimism. Gentle and uplifting, the film offers viewers a hopeful glimpse into everyday moments that matter to students and staff alike. A welcome addition to the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, Mission Possible affirms ability, connection and the small victories found in school life.

Film Details

Country: New Zealand
Category: School Short
Genre: mystery
Festival Year: 2023

Film Transcript

Sarah, excuse me Sarah, we're always in need of help. I'll be back in a second. Hey Leroy, go now. Leroy escaping. Leroy! Hey, Leroy! Leroy, come back! Leroy! I'll be back in a minute, alright? You'll be fine. Break my heart, Sarah. Go, James! Where's the fire? Don't be silly, there's no fire. What's going on? Let me out! No, let me out! How about a chocolate brownie? I know, give me your make-a-chocolate cake. I just called. Cool. You need to melt the butter. Leroy! Hello? Help! Let me out! Please, open the door! Help! Turn the oven on. Help! Everything alright? Yeah. Pick me up. Yeah. Hurry up, James. Thanks, Gina. Same shirt. Hey guys, alright? Susan! Surprise! Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday, dear Susan. Happy birthday to you. Happy birthday, Susan. Thank you.

Filmmaker

Parkside Specialist School is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Parkside Specialist School.

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6 comments
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grace doughty 4/09/2023

WE GIVE THIS A 5 STAR RATING. GREAT JOB - class room blue 4 Henbury school

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Fiona Renton 21/08/2023

Another wonderful video. Excellent effort from the staff and kids

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Falyne Laker 16/08/2023

Neat video Park side Special School. Very cool to watch.

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Eloise Labuschagne 16/08/2023

Absolutely flippen amazing I love love love love it Well done Susan and team Mission Possible

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Michelle Dowding 16/08/2023

You've done it again Susan.What wonderful students you have.Great acting very believable.

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Gina Ward 16/08/2023

Well done Mission Possible all day long

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