Audrey O'Connor & Gerard O'Dwyer on the set of their short film 'One Girl' - a short film shot as part of a 48 hour film event, Kino Kabaret. Photography by Alison Richardson.
An increase in people with disability learning film making skills continues, following the recent success of short film Be My Brother at Tropfest 2009.
Alison Richardson, Creative Programs Coordinator, Accessible Arts Western Sydney, has been providing support to mentor and connect people with disability as they pursue opportunities to learn the art of filmmaking.
Genevieve Clay’s latest short film, Francis and Annie, recently presented an opportunity for people with disability to work with the Director and learn new skills. Six participants enjoyed a half-day of being on set and experiencing first hand filmmaking.
Kino Kabaret, another film making event, attracted the participation of several people who identify as having a disability. Kino was held in partnership with MetroScreen in Paddington. Participants teamed-up to write, shoot and edit short films. Three film-making sessions and a party to celebrate and screen the films took place.
David Morgan, an artist from Bowral and AART.BOXX 08 participant said, “It has been awesome, it has far exceeded my expectations.”
Alison provided practical and creative support during Kino Kabaret. She said, “Kino had a fantastic vibe, the non competitive nature of the event created a supportive atmosphere, with participants getting involved in each other’s films and helping each other out.”
For more information on the Film Mentoring Program contact Alison Richardson, Creative Programs Coordinator, 02 9251 6499 (ext 112) arichardson@aarts.net.au.
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