SPECTRUM FEST

SHOWCASING AUTISTIC CREATIVE TALENT

Started in 2018, Spectrum Fest is a film and media festival showcasing work from neurodiverse/divergent creators, disabled artists, D/deaf creators, and others who have experienced or are continuing to experience barriers to artistic practice.


SPECTRUM FEST 2024

I, filmmaker: A festival of self-made stories

Spectrum Fest is a unique film festival promotes and celebrates the artistic work of autistic, neurodiverse and divergent creators, disabled artists, D/deaf creators, and all other individuals facing barriers.

Our 6th year, “I Filmmaker: A Festival of Self-made Stories”, highlights the creativity of independent artists from our communities. Through self-made films and engaging presentations, our audience was inspired by narratives, strategies, and resources aimed at nurturing creativity into a sustainable career.

SPECTRUM FEST 2023

Changing the Scenery

Now in it’s 5th year, Spectrum Fest 2023 explored how layering perspectives "changes the scenery", adds richness and creates a broader scope of understanding and accessibility in our experiences of film and media.


SPECTRUM FEST 2022

Shifting the lens

This year’s festival was an alternative film festival showcasing creativity from the autism spectrum and beyond. The even was kicked off with a final community challenge and celebration.


SPECTRUM FEST 2021

Cancelled


SPECTRUM FEST 2020

Films from the Autism Spectrum III

Spectrum Fest’s third iteration included a vernissage, 2 screenings and an Industry Panel Discussion about creating real pathways into the arts for autistic creators!


SPECTRUM FEST 2019

Films from the Autism Spectrum II

Spectrum Fest’s second iteration included a vernissage, 2 screenings and an Industry Panel Discussion about creating real pathways into the arts for autistic creators!


SPECTRUM FEST 2018

Films from the Autism Spectrum

Spectrum Fest’s inaugural event was a month long festival including: short films and animations, superhero cinematic universe, Q&A sessions and lots more!