'AbiliTV'

AbiliTV presents an inspiring narrative where personal challenges are met with resilience, and adversity is turned into empowerment; It is an enlightening documentary that provides an intimate look into the lives of Ashley and Cale, the two resilient hosts of ROPE TV. Living with their respective disabilities - Ashley's moderate intellectual impairment and Cale's vision impairment and epilepsy-induced anxiety - they face a set of unique daily challenges which the film candidly showcases.

At its core, AbiliTV is a testament to personal growth and empowerment. It explores how Ashley and Cale's involvement in ROPE TV has instilled in them a newfound confidence, helping them navigate their individual hurdles more confidently.

The film not only underscores the transformative journey of its hosts but also underlines the wider impact of ROPE TV. Through a collection of stories from the disability sector, community events, and local initiatives - as brought to life by Ashley and Cale - ROPE TV has become a beacon of inclusion and understanding.

AbiliTV paints a powerful picture of how the opportunity to contribute to a community can transform lives, leaving viewers with a newfound appreciation for the challenges and struggles people with disability face every day and how they overcome and demonstrate the true strength of human spirit.

  • Jorge Nieto
    Director
  • Jorge Nieto
    Producer
  • Aaron Lucas
    Producer
  • Jesse Ellis
    Producer
  • Ashley Pickering
    Key Cast
  • Cale Buzza
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary
  • Runtime:
    5 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    July 19, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Focus On Ability Short Film Festival
    Sydney
    Australia
    September 12, 2023
    Brisbane Screening
Director - Jorge Nieto