Indy Shorts Film Festival

SPOTLIGHT: Easterseals Disability Film Challenge - Virtual

Expired July 24, 2023 3:59 AM
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7 films in package
Rain in my Head
Rain in my Head tells the story of two deaf women discussing and exploring the nuances of language within romance.
Smash or Pass
Dating pool or cesspool? They both Stink! After being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, Ariel tries app dating for the very first time.
Closed captions available
Unlucky in Love
Following an unsuccessful stint on a TV dating show, Lisa bumps into Wendy and falls head over heels. Through the years, their passion for one another fades as a secret threatens their love.
Leap of Love
When long running reality dating show "Leap of Love" attempts its most inclusive season ever, disabled contestants must battle ableist dating tropes to find true love...which just might be closer than they think.
Oasis
At the dawn of their teenage years, Raphaël and Rémi are twins whose close bond is tested as one of them faces growing challenges related to a disability and grapples with the constraints of childhood. During one last summer surrounded by nature, time appears to stand still.
Closed captions available
Friday Night Blind
The Milwaukee Beer Barrels Blind Bowling League is an eclectic mix of visually impaired and sighted bowlers with a simple focus: making friends, having fun, taking life one frame at a time. "Friday Night Blind" is the warm, quirky, inspiring story of three visually impaired bowling friends and the way they roll.
Closed captions available
To My Father
At the 94th annual Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur became the first Deaf man to take home the best supporting actor Academy Award for his moving portrayal of Frank Rossi in CODA. During his emotional acceptance speech, Troy paid tribute to his dad, or as he so eloquently put it, his “hero”. "To My Father" is the story behind the speech that moved millions. Through American Sign Language (ASL), Troy narrates his courageous journey of achievement, drawing viewers into the world of the Deaf and presenting the challenges he faced to fit into the hearing world.
This virtual screening is eligible for Indy Shorts Audience Choice Awards voting! 5=excellent, 1=not for me The voting period has closed. Winners will be announced on Monday, July 24!
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Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, where filmmakers, both with and without disabilities, collaborate in a five-day filmmaking contest to tell unique stories that embrace diverse forms of disability. Explore the power of creativity and inclusion as this year's winners, based on the theme of Romance, showcase new voices and perspectives in the entertainment industry.


The program also includes a selection of Indy Shorts 2023 films that align with the EDFC mission.


Films in this program contain strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.

The Milwaukee Beer Barrels Blind Bowling League is an eclectic mix of visually impaired and sighted bowlers with a simple focus: making friends, having fun, taking life one frame at a time. "Friday Night Blind" is the warm, quirky, inspiring story of three visually impaired bowling friends and the way they roll.


Film Contact:

Scott Krahn

414-704-5642

  • Year
    2022
  • Runtime
    14 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    USA
  • Premiere
    Indiana Premiere
  • Genre
    Disabilities, Feel-Good, Sports
  • Subtitle Language
    Yes
  • Content Warning
    Strong Language
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  • Director
    Scott Krahn, Robb Fischer
  • Screenwriter
    Scott Krahn
  • Producer
    Scott Krahn, Mary Pat Fischer
  • Executive Producer
    Scott Krahn
  • Cast
    Judy Henderson, Sandy Tisdale, Rhonda Lang, Kathy Brockman
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