About this Short Film
Through Dan's Eyes (Beyond The Lens Productions, Australia, 2025) explores themes of achievement, art and individuality within the context of intellectual disability. Presented at the Focus on Ability International Short Film Festival, this short offers a thoughtful, human glimpse into creativity and accomplishment. It invites viewers to reflect on how art and personal goals shape everyday life and recognition. The film sits alongside other works that celebrate the abilities and achievements of people with disability, and will appeal to audiences interested in inclusive storytelling and contemporary art practice. A quietly confident piece, it prompts conversation and encourages a closer look at diverse forms of success.
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Just incredible Behind the Lens very special indeed. Huge congratulations
So quirky and I loved it so much. Dan's personality deserves the very best acclaim With love from another filmmaker here
An engaging inspiring and feel good film Well done team
Amazing work Dan
Awesome job. Very inspirational. Will drive past to see the artwork on the door.
Amazing work So proud of you
Well done fantastic achievement. So proud of you Good luck. You have my vote
Talk about a picture paints a thousand words. Well done and good luck.
Great film. It showed all the emotions of Dan as he got his I aspiration changed his plan and then painted such a beautiful work of art. Well done .
Excellent. Very moving film.
So beautiful. LOVED IT However struggled to watch the last half through the tears in my eyes What does Blue Poles have that this doesnt Cant wait to see it and walk through those doors It will be an honour. Well done Dan and team. CONGRATULATIONS Youre all legends. Thanks for sharing your precious talents
A terrific production Beyond the Lens team celebrating achievement ability and great teamwork.
Great film to see the joy that Dan got by doing the painting and the happiness of sharing it with others is fantastic good luck in the future Very heart warming film
Great inspirational film very well presented.
What a wonderful film and great story through Dan's eyes Loved it Best of luck and well done
Awesome job Behind the Lens team for bringing that story to life. Well done and best of luck
Well done Behind the Lens Great film Good luck So proud of you all and the effort you put in to Through Dan's Eyes. You all worked so hard. Awesome job