Where The World Is Quiet

Directed by Ben Strum
Australia
2025
11 mins
In this immersive and deeply personal documentary, former Australian of the Year Grace Tame explores her experience with autism and reflects on how long-distance running became a refuge for her. Screens with Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore

Limited seats are available for patrons requiring access for wheelchairs, low vision and hearing loop. Please contact our ticketing team directly on 1300 733 733 or tickets@sff.org.au to complete your booking.

Special Guests

Ben Strum
Director

Ben Strum is a filmmaker from Sydney, Australia. Strum was co-producer, co-writer and motion graphics designer of Hitler’s Jewish Soldier (2023) for SBS. He is also credited with directing, producing and editing Covid Courage (2022) and, previously, associate-produced the SBS documentary Country Town Pride.

  • Year
    2025
  • Classification
    Unclassified 15+
  • Country
    Australia
  • Language
    In English
  • Director
    Ben Strum
  • Producer
    Grace Tame, Ben Strum
  • Cinematographer
    Jesse Lane
  • Editor
    Ben Strum
  • Genre
  • Premiere
    World Premiere
  • Company Credits
    Festival Contact: Ben Strum
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