A Life In Fast Forward **Finalist**
Simon Dayman, a young father, was diagnosed with brain cancer in November of 2016, aged 35. He live-streamed a Facebook video explaining his diagnosis (which can be seen at the beginning of the film) and[…]
Tag Archive: Illness / Condition
September – Month of the Phoenix **Past Peer Winner**
Coming out of my chemo treatment into a new world, I did not know where my life was heading, and I spent this month searching inside and outside to where my path would take my[…]
Camphill Foundation: Celebrating 50 Years **Past Triumph Runner-up**
Camphill Foundation celebrating 50 years of growing Camphill communities worldwide. The Camphill movement is an initiative for social change dedicated to creating intentional communities where the values of service, sharing, spiritual nourishment, and a commitment[…]
Raising the Future **Past Mission Winner**
Who will ensure that all of our children, including the abandoned babies and AIDS orphans are cared for? When Ruth Grobler grappled with that question, the answer became clear. This is a short documentary about[…]
Three Dreams **Past Triumph Runner-up**
Can we still achieve our dreams despite unexpected obstacles? Mickey aspired to be a hang gliding pilot, Chad was enthralled by magic and Tommy longed to be a painter but life doesn’t always go as[…]
Janelle: Living, Laughing & Loving with Family
Janelle Honeycutt suffered a severe traumatic brain injury (TBI) as she was hit by a car. I would often see her and her caretakers at physical therapy. Many days I found myself down as I[…]
Movement Transfer
Bruno is a boy with cerebral palsy who shows his abilities in Adapted Gymnastics, in the project Gymnastics for All, in the Sport and Cultural Club of Enxerim, in Silves, with the guidance of Coach[…]
Life Without Limits
A film exploring the widespread beliefs on Autism Spectrum Disorder guided by a diagnosed narrator in the hope of inspiring Autistic people that if they believe in themselves they can achieve anything. My intent when[…]
Ascension
Ascension is a Documentary on the strong impact of the auto-immune Disorder Lupus. Ren is a dancer and choreographer trained in Ballet, Jazz and many forms of dance. working with kids all around The City[…]
Concussion Unlocks Woman’s Hidden Talent
I am a camera assistant in the Toronto Film industry and four years ago in 2014, I had my first concussion on set. As a result of my injury I discovered my inner artist and[…]