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.
Ignite conversations and engage your audience with custom-designed Sproutflix playlists. Simply select your desired films and the duration of access to calculate the cost. We’ll craft a personalized, shareable playlist that delivers a seamless viewing experience, perfect for sparking meaningful discussions in any setting.
A poem written by Neil MacDonald is recited/performed by Destiny Lewis Bell – two people with developmental disabilities.
A playful and unsentimental portrait of Rene, a young man with Down syndrome, made by his close friend Duane Graves.
Glen, a young man with Down syndrome, played by David Miller, goes on a shopping trip with a personal assistant from hell.
A recycling plant in Warsaw that provides jobs for people with learning difficulties, who would find it difficult to get work.
Zach is simply asking the world to listen and to see his little brother, Cam, for ‘who he is’ and not just by ‘how he is’.
Hip-hop artist Cam Lasley: “I see it on TV – hear it on the radio – what’s a little boy to do?”
Jarell is a teenager with autism who has learned to use hip-hop dance as a means to communicate his true self to the world.
This whimsical short film captures a romantic moment of connection between two people waiting for a train that never arrives.
Shows how independent and informed a young man with Down syndrome can be. The film gives a glimpse into a life to be proud of.
For students practicing interviewing techniques, a simple question receives surprisingly diverse and complex answers.
Anders and Harri are best friends. Anders is obsessed with trains. They decide to go to Getå, scene of Sweden’s worst train disaster.
Burt is a man who survived decades of inhuman treatment to become a person who enjoys life to the fullest.
Miriam lives in a home share, supported by a woman named Annie. Annie controls most of Miriam’s life.
When a Minneapolis theater company put on a show titled “Rise of the Celebretards,” people with disabilities took action.
Living with autism is of no consequence for Ben, except when it comes to his boss and finding love.
A story about Kevin, a man with mental illness resulting from brain injury. His short term memory causes confusion and anxiety.
A music video by Station 17- a group of musicians from a Hamburg community of people with developmental disabilities.
The story of a unique art studio which gives artistic and cultural opportunities to artists with disabilities.
Lori and Peter are showing how people with intellectual disabilities can live, work and thrive in a community.
James, born with Fragile X Syndrome, finds joy in the smallest things and uses his gift of comedic timing to inspire others.
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