About this Short Film
2nd Chance, directed by Abenezer Matewos (Ethiopia, 2021), explores themes of physical disability, invention, sport and the determination of young adults. Drawing on tags of amputee, individual and motivation, the short offers a focused look at resourcefulness and the practical creativity people use to navigate daily life. Presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, it sits alongside films that celebrate ability and achievement without sentimentality. The film brings a calm, observant tone and invites viewers to consider how invention and sport can shape opportunities and identity. A concise, respectful work that adds an intimate perspective to this year’s programme.
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