SHORT DOCUMENTARY

Motherhood: Jane & Tom (2020)

Crystal Leaity / UK / 4 Min

Exposing an ongoing social issue faced by parents of disabled children around the world, we follow a single mother and the challenges and sacrifices faced while trying to secure a happy and stable future as an independent adult for her disabled son.

Winner of Cinecity New Voices Award (2021)
Official Selection: London Short Film Festival (2023), Little Wing Festival (2021), Woman X Film Festival (2021), Together! Film Festival (2021)

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Motherhood: Jane & Tom: Portfolio

I had the privilege of residing with Jane and Tom for three years before embarking on this documentary project. Witnessing their beautiful relationship firsthand was a profound experience. In this film, Jane candidly shares the obstacles she's encountered while striving to secure a stable future for Tom. They graciously permitted me to capture a day in their lives, aiming to shed light on the significance of their journey and inspire reform within the UK's approach to adult disability care.

Motherhood: Jane & Tom: Text