About this Short Film
Titled Charlie's Crusade - A Tale of Courage & Cleanliness, this short film from Callaghan College Jesmond Senior Campus (Australia, 2024) uses a playful silent movie style to explore themes of courage, achievement and teamwork. The film highlights young people in a school setting and reflects on autism, cognitive processing and intellectual and physical disability without relying on dialogue. Gentle comedy and group dynamics bring warmth and energy to the screen. Presented as part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, it offers an uplifting glimpse into motivation, collaboration and everyday bravery. A concise, human story that celebrates ability and community.
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Riotous fun made me laugh out loud. Well done everyone.
That was gold I loved the offsider's eye roll at the end Had a good laugh.
Loved this What a fabulous job they have done in making this film. Congratulations you should all be so proud of yourselves.
That was so funny I loved it
This is a fantastic short film Very funny. Thank you for the laughs.
Wow. Such excellent work. These kids di an amazing job. Congratulations to all involved.
Terrific film so proud of all the kids but especially my boy who just happens to be the leaving man Charlie
I love this keystone cops style kaper..the villains are nasty and the heroes prevail Well done.