About this Short Film
Sasanka's Journey (2025) from Disability Connect, New Zealand, offers a thoughtful look at themes of achievement, employment and everyday life for adults with disability. The short film highlights experiences related to autism, blindness and cognitive processing disability, and speaks to sensory ways of knowing without reducing people to labels. It sits comfortably in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, which celebrates the abilities and accomplishments of people with disability. Festival audiences can expect a quietly powerful work that prompts reflection on work, independence and access. Clear, human storytelling makes this a meaningful contribution to conversations about inclusion.
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Excellent movie
Amazing i give you my full vote i wish you all the beat May our Father in Heaven bless you and your family and fulfill your dreams.
Really proud of Sasanka and his mother Asoka. I wish him all the very best for a bright future. Please let me know how to vote for him
Thank you for sharing your story. So pleased you have a purpose.
Thanks for sharing your story Sasanka. Fantastic work you should be proud
Fantastic Good luck
Hey Sasanka so glad youre part of our Autistic community You seem really really cool. Im glad they gave you a chance to shine in the library it looks like youre really sharing your gentleness and thoughtfulness in that role. The world is a better place with you in it.
Sorry just want to know how do I vote for Sasanka
Very heartwarming story. Wishing you all the very best with your life journey Sasanka. God bless your kind loving heart towards your brother. May you continue to shine and live your God given purpose and enjoy every moment of your journey.
So heartwarming to watch. Favourite line I have a purpose
As Mum of high functioning ASD young man great to see your inspiring story and the wonderful people who recognize you for the gift you are. I am going to share this with my sons employers.
It is wonderful to see your contribution to a real world. Thank you for sharing a wee snap shot of your life.
Sasanka...your such a handsome young man ..so kind and gentle like your mum...I remember you since 3 kings primary school with my Gavin...God Bless you my boy.. stay happy and stay blessed..
Sosanka Im super proud of you. I know you have so much potential anyone who gives you a chance will be holding a true treasure. With your mum supporting you every step of the way everything will shine bright for you.