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Uniquely Human - A Different Way of Seeing Autism (Animated Short, 4 minutes)

Uniquely Human, is a Poem set to original upbeat music. Everyone featured have Autism or are Neurodiverse. My film shows a fascinating way of looking into the world of Autism and Disability, by showing how we, as older Autistic adults are described and treated by society.

This animated short film is made by critically acclaimed and 2x BAFTA nominated disabled Autistic Filmmaker and Actor - Sam Downie.

  • Sam Downie
    Director
    Dawn Of The Dark Fox
  • Sam Downie
    Writer
  • Sam Downie
    Producer
    Dawn Of The Dark Fox
  • Tom Stubbs
    Producer
    Biggerhouse Film
  • Stephen Clarke
    Producer
    Biggerhouse Film
  • Alex Usborne
    Producer
    104 Films
  • Sam Downie
    Key Cast
    "Voiceover"
    Lots of Credits
  • Project Type:
    Animation, Documentary, Experimental, Short
  • Genres:
    Animation, Storytelling, Disability, Autism, VFX, Short Film, Dolby Atmos, Immersive, Immersive Audio
  • Runtime:
    4 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    November 20, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Sony Alpha Mirrorless
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Black & White
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Considered for : BAFTA British Animation Short Film 2020
    London
    United Kingdom
    January 11, 2020
    BAFTA
    Considered for : British Animation Short Film 2020
  • Manchester Histories DigiFest 2020
    Manchester
    United Kingdom
    September 4, 2020
    Official Selection
  • Encounters Film Festival
    Bristol
    United Kingdom
    September 25, 2019
    Official Selection (out of competition)
  • ICA London
    London
    United Kingdom
    November 23, 2019
    London Premiere
    https://www.ica.art/learning/we-are-neurodiverse-screening
  • The Autism Show
    Manchester
    United Kingdom
    June 29, 2019
    Official Selection
  • JUST EAT
    Bristol
    United Kingdom
    June 27, 2019
    Official Selection
  • Different Voices 3 : Life Magnified
    Bristol
    United Kingdom
    March 15, 2019
    UK Premier
    Official Selection
  • Sheffield Doc/Fest 2019
    Sheffield
    United Kingdom
    June 7, 2019
    Shown in the "We Are Neurodiverse" screening and talk session
Distribution Information
  • Sam Downie
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director - Sam Downie