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.
Experience the loving relationship of a mother and her adult son as they hike 900 miles in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
After a teenage house party goes too far, a bullied boy is forced to take the reins and look after the bully: his brother.
Brothers and sisters have a unique window into each other’s world especially when one of the siblings in the family has autism.
A man with Down syndrome dreams of reviving his dead mother. An expressive story, driven by visual poetry.
Corey shines as he tells the story of his new life as an artist living with a brain injury.
A group of women explore their own lives and memories through drawings and animations the director created from their artwork.
Andrew is somewhat verbal and can do most basic self-care tasks. He craves the same independence that his brother and sister enjoy.
A poem, by Jennifer Fan, in which she shares moments of anxiety. The poem is recited and performed by Nadirah McFadden.
Actors with learning disabilities rehearse an acclaimed play by Claire Luckham, “The Choice”, a play about abortion.
Through the lens of Down syndrome, Zion captures the heart and soul of his family, nature and friends on canvas and ceramics.
People with developmental disabilities perform and sing the Turkish version of Pink Floyd’s hit alongside famous Turkish artists.
Meet the artists of La Tinaia, a center for expressive activities located in Florence, Italy.
With unfailing determination, Rodney forces his family to understand his perspective of the world he lives in.
Simon believes his failure to lead a normal adolescent life is solely down to his brother’s disability.
When everyone finds out that Paul likes a girl from school, his family, support worker and teacher all try to act in Paul’s ‘Best Interest’.
Despite medical hardships, learning disability and challenges “fitting in” with peers, Ben’s love for life and for music shines.
An Academy Award nominated documentary on a woman with autism’s inner world, her writing, and the friends she makes.
Follow Jayden, a two and half year old diagnosed with autism, through his first months of school in the Bronx.
A personal mini-documentary on the thoughts of the filmmaker’s brother Wataru Kubo, who has autism.
We focus on 4 men raising children with various disabilities as they share their hopes, dreams, joys and challenges.
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