Established in 2009, Sproutflix curates the world’s most comprehensive selection of films celebrating the lives and stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our collection, which includes over 290 titles, is a testament to the depth and diversity of these individuals’ experiences.
We are dedicated to fostering authentic representation, dismantling misconceptions, and championing the beauty of diversity through cinema. At Sproutflix, we are united by the belief that film is a powerful catalyst for inspiration, education, and transformation.
All the films in the Sproutflix catalogue are available for rental and download. The costs are noted on the film’s details page. For rentals the video file will remain on the platform. For download purchases the actual video file will be sent to you.
DVDs can be purchased for select films.
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This film documents the inhumane conditions faced by individuals with disabilities in grossly neglectful psychiatric facilities.
Zack Childers is an athlete with cerebral palsy. He was told at a young age by doctors that he would never walk without a walker.
Hip-hop artist Cam Lasley – “Every night I go to sleep – I see visions in my dream – It could be reality – If I would just go for it.”
A family film about a waitress who notices that one of her customers is extremely upset and goes out of her way to try and make the customer feel better.
Step into Nikau’s colorful world as he turns to his animator Dad to help fulfill aspirations of bringing the character Munch Jr. to life.
Meet Eddie. He’s a seventeen-year-old boy with Down’s syndrome. He’s stubborn and charming, funny and sometimes temperamental.
Miriam lives in a home share, supported by a woman named Annie. Annie controls most of Miriam’s life.
Funny and heart-wrenching – peoples’ candid and articulate self-awareness quickly shatter preconceptions of the disabled.
Eugene, a teenage boy with Down syndrome, who is fascinated with rainbow mythology, has always felt like an outsider looking in.
Two kids on a merry-go-round, one is “normal”, the other has Down syndrome.
This documentary follows Kyle as he prepares to compete in the 2014 Washington State Special Olympics.
The story of world-class weight lifter Jon Shapiro and his childhood sweetheart Holly James.
To Paul, Thames is a place where he feels especially connected and empowered. People in the Thames community know Paul.
In 1990, a group of 12 athletes with developmental disabilities began an expedition to ascend Mt. Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest peak.
Martin is severely brain damaged due to a car accident, and can no longer move or speak. Martin used to live life in the fast lane.
What Ben likes about acting is “staring at people, speaking like an American and acting as a different person.”
Three couples travel towards a destination, by foot, by road and by motorbike across a beautiful landscape.
Two people with disabilities navigate through the challenges they’re faced with when their relationship is displayed in public.
Clark seeks to understand his own difference through his fascination with Sasquatch and Superman.
Lori and Peter are showing how people with intellectual disabilities can live, work and thrive in a community.
This film documents the inhumane conditions faced by individuals with disabilities in grossly neglectful psychiatric facilities.
Zack Childers is an athlete with cerebral palsy. He was told at a young age by doctors that he would never walk without a walker.
Hip-hop artist Cam Lasley – “Every night I go to sleep – I see visions in my dream – It could be reality – If I would just go for it.”
A family film about a waitress who notices that one of her customers is extremely upset and goes out of her way to try and make the customer feel better.
Step into Nikau’s colorful world as he turns to his animator Dad to help fulfill aspirations of bringing the character Munch Jr. to life.
Meet Eddie. He’s a seventeen-year-old boy with Down’s syndrome. He’s stubborn and charming, funny and sometimes temperamental.
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