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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The story of a man who copes with his disability by living through his dreams.
Lou may have Down’s Syndrome but she is more than capable of looking after herself and she longs for independence.
In Cuba, a group of mothers bring their children with Down syndrome to perform with joy and verve in a park for a public audience.
The story of the conflicted relationship between two men coping with the consequences of severe brain injury.
A short poem written by Paul Quinn and recited by Juan Garcia – two people with developmental disabilities.
This auto-biographical documentary follows the filmmaker as he bids farewell to the housing he has lived in for eight years.
Eugene, a teenage boy with Down syndrome, who is fascinated with rainbow mythology, has always felt like an outsider looking in.
Young adults interview their parents about what it was like when they were children.
While on an uninhabited island Shanna (11) realizes that she is outgrowing her older sister Mirte (14) who has Down syndrome.
A poem by Mark VanSlyke and recited/performed by Gina Watson two people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Identical twins born only three minutes apart are separated by a large distinction: Ella has Down syndrome while Eavan does not.
A music video of improvisational musicians from a Hamburg community of people with developmental disabilities.
Seagulls Football Club exists to provide opportunities to people with an intellectual disability in the suburbs of Melbourne.
When a Minneapolis theater company put on a show titled “Rise of the Celebretards,” people with disabilities took action.
Two kids on a merry-go-round, one is “normal”, the other has Down syndrome.
A short film about autism and identity featuring writer and director Sharif Persaud.
A silent Felliniesque film about a man who decides to go to the park to relax. There he finds himself in an unusual circumstance.
The story of world-class weight lifter Jon Shapiro and his childhood sweetheart Holly James.
Jeffrey has a certain flair and a passion to be with people, to help others and enjoy life!
Explore the significance of difference and equality in the life of Eliza, a 20 year old woman living with Down syndrome.
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