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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