The Bad Day (2025), film still

The Bad Day

About this Short Film

The Bad Day (Giant Steps Tasmania, Australia, 2025) considers themes of group life, intellectual disability and the school experience for teenagers. The film offers a thoughtful, grounded look at young people navigating shared spaces, with moments that feel honest and immediate. Its tone is empathetic rather than didactic, inviting viewers to listen and reflect. Presented as part of the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, The Bad Day contributes to a programme that celebrates the skills, friendships and everyday achievements of people with disability. This short is recommended for audiences interested in inclusive stories and those wanting to broaden their view of teenage experience in schools.

Film Details

Country: Australia
State: Tasmania
Category: School Short
Genre: Comedy
Festival Year: 2025

Film Transcript

No transcript is available for this film.

Filmmaker

Giant Steps Tasmania is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Giant Steps Tasmania.

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3 comments
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Elizabeth Colgrave 6/08/2025

Excellent perception of subject great performance

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Maxine Wiltshire 30/07/2025

Love it Funny and creative. Great effort guys

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Danielle Whatley 30/07/2025

What a masterpiece

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