About this Short Film
The Wrestlers: Wrestling with Ability, by Jared Hargreaves (Australia, 2024), is a short film in the Focus on Ability programme. It explores themes around sport, achievement and perception, and touches on mental health, alcoholism, Asperger's and the stigma that can surround cognitive difference. The film asks audiences to reconsider stereotypes and to notice the individual experience behind public labels. Quiet and observant in tone, it sits well within the festival’s aim to highlight diverse abilities and achievements. Viewers can expect a thoughtful, human portrait that prompts reflection on resilience, prejudice and what it means to be an athlete.
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Filmmaker
Jared Hargreaves is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Jared Hargreaves.
Congratulations Jared Great bit of filming
Incredible as always Jared
What a good looking and talented director. Stone Cold Steve Austin would be proud. John Cena would say I cant see you your time is now
Amazing Jared
A great snapshot into the world of pro wrestling.
Love it
An amazing short documentary. Really inspiring. My vote goes out to Jared and his work. Great stuff