About this Short Film
The Horse is the Magic, by Hannah Atkins (Australia, 2025), is a short film presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. It reflects on themes of childhood, teenage life and disability, highlighting cognitive and intellectual differences alongside physical impairment. Viewers will find a compassionate, human film about riding, group interaction and the practical and emotional supports that help people take part. The film sits within our programme as a celebration of inclusion and ability, inviting audiences to pay attention to everyday moments of connection and skill. A gentle, hopeful contribution that encourages conversation about access, support and community.
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Hannah Atkins is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Hannah Atkins.
Well done Hannah on this beautiful short film. Some of our fondest memories from when Max was little are from our time at RDA. Theres something truly magical about those horse and the way the staff especially Fiona create such a warm welcoming environment. Its a place where families and children who might not always have the same opportunities can feel joy confidence and comfort. Youve captured that spirit so movingly. Thank you.
Everything I am always so proud to be commenting on. The wonderful thought and effort that goes into ensuring our beautiful children get so much enjoyment when they are with us AT RDA OAKLANDS. our wonderful volunteers and of course our beautifulpatient extraordinary horses. Without our horses there is NO RDA. xx
A very concise documented video. It captures all that RDA stands for coupled with a beautiful group of horses. So enjoyable to watch again and again.
This beautiful short film tells the story of our RDA Oaklands centre beautifully. The horse really is the magic.