About this Short Film
Survivor (Sam Majamanda, Malawi, 2020) is a thoughtful short that explores themes of achievement, work and everyday life with a medical disability. Touching on polio, employment and farming, the film shines a light on individual skills, choices and the practical challenges people face. It is a quiet, respectful piece that asks audiences to recognise ability beyond assumptions. Included in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, Survivor sits alongside other films that celebrate accomplishment and resilience. Expect a subtle, human portrait that invites reflection on inclusion, independence and the role of work in shaping dignity and purpose.
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