About this Short Film
We are pleased to present Abdure, directed by Yohannis Afework (Ethiopia, 2025), as part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. While its specifics are revealed on screen, the film examines themes around adulthood, autism and cognitive processing differences. With sensitivity and care, it invites viewers to consider the everyday challenges and the strengths of people with intellectual and cognitive disabilities. Shot in Ethiopia, Abdure brings a local perspective to universal questions about belonging, support and community. It sits comfortably alongside other festival selections that celebrate ability and resilience, offering a thoughtful, humane portrait that asks us to look, listen and learn.
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