About this Short Film
My Own Two Feet (2022), directed by David Hatherly, is an Australian short included in Focus on Ability. Rather than a set plot, this film considers the everyday realities and ambitions of people living with dropfoot and other physical or medical disabilities. It looks at performing, teenage life and the pressures of prejudice, stereotypes and stigma from a close and humane angle. The film invites audiences to reflect on ability and identity without simplifying complex experiences. Suitable for educators and general audiences alike, My Own Two Feet adds a thoughtful voice to our festival programme, opening space for conversation about inclusion and respect.
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