About this Short Film
The Referral (Peter van Vliet, Australia, 2020) is a short film included in the Focus on Ability programme. It addresses themes around acquired medical disability, mental health and young adulthood, touching on depression, frustration, isolation and group dynamics. The film offers a thoughtful and compassionate perspective on the pressures that can accompany a life-changing condition, and the difficult conversations that follow. Shown here as part of our festival, it sits alongside films that highlight both the challenges and strengths of people with disability. Expect a quiet, reflective work that invites discussion and connection.
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