About this Short Film
Rachel Handler’s Andy & Kaliope (United States, 2022) is presented in our Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival. The film raises questions about perception, inclusion and the everyday realities faced by people with disability. Themes include cerebral palsy, congenital disability, stigma and stereotypes, alongside ideas of imagination and superhero identity. It offers a thoughtful, human perspective that encourages audiences to reconsider assumptions and to value different viewpoints. Short and incisive, Andy & Kaliope sits comfortably within a programme that celebrates ability and highlights the achievements and lived experiences of people with disability. It is a valuable prompt for conversation and reflection.
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