Ellen Maher

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.

Sam is a theatre janitor who aspires to become a dancer. Too shy to realise her dreams, Sam watches dancers practicing on stage from afar. One night, her passion is awakened by her imaginary inner diva, Peaches. Encouraging Sam to embrace her love of dance, Peaches reminds her that talent comes in all shapes and sizes, and can often defy expectations.