About this Short Film
Surviving the Blackout (2025) by Michael Need is an Australian short included in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. The film explores themes around autism, cognitive processing and intellectual disability, and the ways young adults connect with friends and groups. It offers a personal, human perspective without claiming to speak for everyone. Quiet and observant, the work fits the festival’s aim to showcase the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. Suitable for audiences interested in honest portrayals and everyday challenges, Surviving the Blackout invites reflection on support, friendship and resilience in contemporary life.
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Great job as always Mike. You can find humour in every situation.
Josh told me to have a look and I was presently surprised. Amazing job
The theme is good and the back ground need to be more visible. Excellent
Electrifying stuff Mike The cinematography editing and writing are top notch as always. Your videos never fail to put a smile on my face. Great work.
Well done Mike I really enjoyed the film and job well done by all the actors
Fantastic film yet again from this seasoned and skilled film maker. Effortlessly hilarious. Congratulations
Has always been a remarkable masterpiece made by Mikey. Since I've known him personally. As Lorcan has been one of the funniest people I know He has been a good actor for it. Well done Natalie. If I can shout it out You were splendid in the project. And I believe you are still wonderful with acting
Most enjoyable Mike. Great to have a laugh but useful points to make too for a blackout.
Awesome stuff
Great job Mike. Very appreciate topic blackout which is happening regularly nowadays. Love the sense of humour and the animations. Great performance too.