BIO - bipolar IN order

About this Short Film

BIO - bipolar IN order (2023) by Pete Vance offers a thoughtful, often surprising reflection on perception and identity. The film explores themes of bipolar experience, mental health and sensory difference, including vision impairment, alongside ideas of art, music and motivation. It does not prescribe an answer but invites viewers to consider how individuals navigate achievement and acceptance amid shifting viewpoints. Presented within Focus on Ability, this short film highlights capacity and creativity, giving audiences a chance to rethink assumptions about ability and illness. A respectful, human work that complements the festival's celebration of diverse experiences and the many ways people express themselves.

Film Details

Country: Australia
Genre: Musical
Festival Year: 2023
Filmmaker: Pete Vance

Film Transcript

25 years ago, my first song was born With Access Arts Queensland, mem'rous stories were told Of their lives, work and play And great artwork on display At a statewide exhibition Welcome to my day Thank you, Access Arts I'm now happy to say My bio, bipolar in order Is now ready to display As fear becomes acceptance To be just who we are A moment shared, discovered That by giving, we receive What's lost for words Mental breakdown took the blame VIP badge and long white cane Hi-vis on show to hide the shame Now many songs later Oh, it's time to reveal My bipolar in order Come celebrate with me Bio, my story Now time to share Bipolar in order Stigma no longer there From denial of 30 years Please don't shed no tears I'm accepting now Please trust in me B-I-O Bipolar in order Let's celebrate 2023

Filmmaker

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