About this Short Film
Desire for Live Mehmet Akif Guler, Turkey, 2020 Mehmet Akif Guler's short film offers a quiet, humane look at themes of isolation, loneliness and mental health. It presents moments connected to nursing home life, theatre and the everyday realities of people who use wheelchairs, without turning them into spectacle. The film fits naturally within the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, where we showcase stories that highlight ability, experience and achievement. Its tone is intimate and observant, inviting viewers to reflect on individual needs for connection and dignity. A thoughtful piece that centres small interactions and the resilience found in ordinary days.
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Mehmet Akif Guler is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Mehmet Akif Guler.
