About this Short Film
The Art of Aphasia, directed by Laura Thompson (Australia, 2019), is a short film that invites audiences to consider aphasia and how it alters communication and perception. Rather than offering simple explanation, it uses striking visual and sound choices to open up different viewpoints on congenital and acquired disability, and on the group dynamics that shape care and understanding. Presented as part of the Focus on Ability festival, the film highlights the abilities and experiences of people with disability rather than reducing them to diagnosis. Quiet, thoughtful and often surprising, it prompts viewers to listen differently and to reflect on the many ways people express themselves.
Film Details
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Filmmaker
Laura Thompson is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Laura Thompson.
