The Bystander Effect

A short documentary about PLACES, a groundbreaking new program being operated by Bus Stop Films, aimed at people who have undertaken previous filmmaking courses or have measurable on the job experience in filmmaking and live with a disability. This documentary follows participants through the process of creating a short film, as the pilot program is operated for the first time.

Meet Damon Rowett, AFL NSW/ACT Inclusion Rams Captain, and longtime Inclusion Football participant from the AFL Hunter Central Coast. Made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants and Ironbark Films.

An elderly sea captain invites a spirited retiree on a date aboard his boat, desperately hoping she doesn't discover his crippling fear of land.

Upcoming short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.

A short documentary showcasing participants of Bus Stop Films new inclusive acting program, made in collaboration with Actors Centre Australia.

A weary man at the end of his tether is taught to accept his existence through the emotional hardships of a retired paramedic.

Oscar, a young sex worker, spends the night with an older client who introduces him to GHB and promises care. As the drug takes hold, reality fractures and the bathroom transforms—until the night turns dangerous.

An ice cream cart, a sunset, and a shared memory—two strangers rediscover a connection that speaks louder than words.

Ellen is a widowed mother and ‘has been’ news anchor. Her late husbands DMC DeLorean is the last symbol of the vibrant and creative lives they once lived. She is overlooking something very special. Her son is becoming a man. What will it take to awaken her from this benign desperate state? Will the entire city awake with her?

Short film from Andrew Kavanagh in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.

Valiant is a short, educational film about building and maintaining healthy relationships and developing protective behaviour skills. Through four stories, Valiant explores issues related to consent, sexuality and healthy relationships for people with disability.

A teenage girl, who feels left out and ignored by her peers, is inspired to do something audacious in order to get noticed. When her plan backfires she learns that being popular isn’t as important as including those who are left out.

A short film encouraging people with disability to do their cervical screening. Made for and by people with disability, raising awareness of the National Cervical Screening Program.

Following the loss of their mother, Elise and Johnathan struggle to make ends meet, the challenge compounded by Johnathan’s addictions.

#ChildBoss is an inspiring documentary about three businesses from the Northern Rivers region of Australia, all of which are owned by young entrepreneurs who are smashing down traditional ways of working and showing the world how incredible and capable young people are.

A short educational film addressing sexting for young adults with intellectual disability (ID). It follows the story of River and Avery, two individuals navigating intimacy and online communication in a long-distance relationship.