About this Short Film
Join Callum Clarke on the track for an inside look at a day in the life of a passionate teenage athlete competing in BMX racing. Navigating the worlds of Autism, ADHD, KBG syndrome, and cognitive processing challenges, Callum balances intense training regimens, gate-start drills, and high-speed competitive heats. This short film captures the raw dedication, community support, and relentless drive required to break down barriers, crush track goals, and redefine what it means to race with a disability.
Film Details
Country:
Australia
State:
New South Wales
Category:
Open Entrant Short
Genre:
Personal Story
Festival Year:
2026
Filmmaker:
Callum Clarke
Film Transcript
I go to a support unit for students with disability. My disabilities are KBG syndrome, which is a rare genetic syndrome that causes autism, intellectual disability, ADHD, as well as low muscle tone, tremors, coordination, and fine motor problems.
Even though all these things make it hard for me, I find it hard at school because of my disabilities, processing delays and difficulties with language. Because of my disabilities, in BMX I race the par 14 plus and follow the sport with a passion. Also, I hope you enjoy it.
Filmmaker
Callum Clarke is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Callum Clarke.
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