ReelAbilities Film Festival: NY 2023

ReelShorts: Out of the Box + Q+A

Expired May 4, 2023 3:45 AM
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6 films in package
Limbo
On the verge of losing the last thread of sight he has left, Adam tries to process his loss.
I Am Irani
Farhad, a well-known Iranian photographer, was born with a rare genetic disorder that affects the development of the facial structure. Although this has made Farhad stand out all his life, his determination and resilience are what truly set him apart.
Bendix: Site Unseen
Surrounded by highway traffic sits the unassuming Bendix Diner, owned and operated by John Diakakis. As the blind, single father of three young children who also work at the diner, John attempts to provide a better life for his family.
Mac & Cheese
An everyday hero grapples with friendship, responsibility, and the decision to eat (or not to eat) his roommate’s mac & cheese.
Culicidae
A late night intrusion leads to a life and death struggle.
Mike's Words
A man with a rare physical disability creates films that focus on the social aspects of being a minority.
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The in-person screening of this film will be followed by a live Q+A. The recording will be posted on our YouTube channel in the days following the festival.

Surrounded by highway traffic sits the unassuming Bendix Diner, owned and operated by John Diakakis. As the blind, single father of three young children who also work at the diner, John attempts to provide a better life for his family.


Main image description: a smiling man wearing a blue v-neck shirt, holding a menu.

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    26 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Director
    Anthony Scalia
  • Producer
    Anthony Scalia, Erin DuBee
  • Cast
    John Diakakis
  • Editor
    Anthony Scalia
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