Unspoken

About this Short Film

Unspoken (2022) by Chalachew Dagnachew from Ethiopia examines themes of depression, isolation and mental health as they relate to an individual's experience. Presented in the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, this short contributes to a programme that highlights the abilities, experiences and achievements of people with disability. The film offers a quiet, thoughtful look at personal struggle and the complexities of mental illness, inviting viewers to reflect without prescribing answers. It is a sensitive piece that speaks to the importance of compassion and understanding. Viewer discretion is advised for references to suicide and self-harm.