About this Short Film
My dad is a hardworking person who provides and cares for the family. He guides me, supports me, teaches me and made me feel loved. And through the noise and silence, he was steady and he is true that he helped me through life’s challenges while dealing with autism. This song is to show how much I appreciate and love my father.
Film Details
Country:
Australia
State:
Queensland
Category:
Open Entrant Documentaries
Genre:
Song
Festival Year:
2026
Filmmaker:
Bella Sese
Film Transcript
You always knew a way, and I didn't say it then, but I feel it now. You were always there, even when I didn't know I needed you. You brought silence through the noise. You were steady. You were true.
But now I'm growing up, and I'll never outgrow you. If I stand a little taller, it's because you helped me through. I know I'm not that little kid now, and I don't always get it right, but you see the best inside me. Even on my worst nights, you show me how to be strong without losing who I am. And even when I fall apart, you're still my biggest fan.
I don't say it enough, but I hope you know you were always there, even when I didn't know I needed you. One day I'll be out on my own trying to find my way. I'll carry every word you said in me every day. You were always there for every high and every low. And if I never said it right, I just need you to know I love you more than I ever show. No matter where I go, you're my home. No matter where I go, you're my hope.
Thank you for always being there and supporting me through all life's challenges. I appreciate everything you have sacrificed for our family. You are truly one in a million. I love you, Daddy.
Filmmaker
Bella Sese is the filmmaker behind this entry. See every Focus on Ability entry from Bella Sese.
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