Brave-ability, from Rehoboth Christian College, is a short film made in Australia in 2022. While the film's story is best discovered on screen, it addresses themes of autism, cognitive processing disability and intellectual disability within a school setting among teenagers. Shot with care, it offers moments that highlight group interaction, learning and the everyday challenges and strengths of young people. Suitable for audiences interested in disability and education, Brave-ability sits within the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival as an example of work that showcases ability, resilience and community. The film invites viewers to consider how schools and peers shape young lives.
You and I are not the same. There's only one of you. There's only one of me. That makes us all unique. My name is Ebony Figgison. I live with Cerebral Palsy and Autism. 14 years of your life, so you've been at Rear Bluff. Have you enjoyed your time at Rear Bluff? Rear Bluff Christian College, I have people that support me. Many people help me achieve who I am today. Many should leave me with a disability and lonely at school. That makes me sad. Yes, it's nice. It's nice, it's nice. I see a Mexican white guy sending that one back again. All right, we're done. You've got to give a roar when it goes past. I got your white this year. This is dandruff. Can you not hear me roar? Next question, what drink did you choose? Hot chocolate. And how is it? It's not very hot. What's been your favourite thing? Could you pick a favourite thing from Rear Bluff? So, can you tell us about your favourite hobby? Swimming. Swimming? After mum picks my sister up, we get changed to hydro. Tuesdays. Tuesdays. Does anyone have a question? I remember information about different countries, capitals, and flags. Favourite country? Ooh, hard one. Me, Italy, and Germany. We can all do the resets of them. France. France. What colour is its flag? Red, blue, and blue. The capital of France is? Paris. When my ears are silly and noisy, it's hard to hear the teacher. Red, white, and green. And the capital is Budapest. I am grateful to everyone that helped me grow.
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Sharlene Bennett1/09/2022
Thank you for sharing your beautiful personality. I really enjoyed hearing about your experiences.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful personality. I really enjoyed hearing about your experiences.