3 min. / Documentary / 2004 / USA
In this short video, we meet a boy whose little sister has Angelman Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Through a poem he wrote, we see the strong bond that exists between these siblings.
7 min . / narrative / 2009 / Australia
A young man's charm and charisma challenges the prejudices of a stranger at a bus stop.
20 min. / documentary / 2009 / Belgium / English subtitles
Beyond Borders is a strong poet mosaic narration representing three people of different ethnic origin having a physical or mental disability.
27 min. / narrative / 1980 / USA
Starring two young people with Down syndrome, this sensitive drama focuses on their desire to have a relationship. Board and Care won the Academy Award in 1980 for Best Live Action Short Subject.
28 min. / documentary / 2007 / USA
Carl Bentson has a great bike and a great attitude about life. His favorite word is "Yeah." With a congenital condition which is never named, we see how Carl supports the community and the community supports Carl.
20 minutes / documentary / 2002 / USA
Cassilly: How I Got To College is a compelling story of a young woman who has overcome barriers and whose successful participation in a community college has enhanced the quality of her life.
11 min. / Documentary / 2009 / USA
Despite severe medical hardships, learning disabilities, and challenges "fitting in" with peers. Ben's love for life, and for music, shines through.
19 min. / documentary / 2009 / the Netherlands / English subtitles
A portrait of an autistic Hindu boy, Drona, as seen through the eyes of Arjun, his elder brother. A lovingly double-portrait of two brothers.
14 min. / Documentary / 2004 / USA
Fathers’ Voices focuses on four men raising children with developmental disabilities. In a close up, honest and powerful manner, they share their hopes, dreams, joys and challenges.
46 min. / Documentary / 2002 / USA
This realistic yet loving portrait counters saccharine portrayals of people with developmental disabilities. Marni and Kris, married in 1993, live and work in NYC. Laced with irreverent humor, their story questions the meaning of "intelligence."
