Celebrating the lives and stories of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities — from 26 countries, across every genre. Browse our most popular categories below, or explore a specific category further down the page.
See all 310 Films →Autism
Jason is on the autism spectrum, but this doesn’t stop him from enjoying a busy and active life in his home state of Iowa.
Meet Howard, a 55-year-old man with autism, as he travels home to the rural Midwest to confront his traumatic past at a high school reunion.
In the Somali refugee population of Minnesota, many American-born children are being diagnosed with severe Autism.
Brian is a teenager with autism who indulges his imagination by creating characters, sculptures, and creatures from twist-ties.
Meet the artists of La Tinaia, a center for expressive activities located in Florence, Italy.
An animated music video Rudely Interrupted’s tours around the globe, from airports to hotels, from the suitcase to the stage.
Down Syndrome
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 Sea Reminds Me” is a film about ‘loss’. It is also about finding memories and treasures of the heart that will never leave us…
This animation is a dream sequence of Debbie, a young woman with Down syndrome.
A short comedy about Kelly and Allison, who find out that the best friendships blossom when they are most needed.
Explore the significance of difference and equality in the life of Eliza, a 20 year old woman living with Down syndrome.
A teenage girl who feels left out and ignored by her peers, is inspired to do something audacious in order to get noticed.
Intellectual disability
Features the poetry of Frank Doherty and the performances of 5 young adults with developmental disabilities.
An intimate portrait of a family in Iowa whose lives begin to change when their first son is diagnosed with a rare behavioral disorder.
With a congenital condition which is never named, we see how Carl supports the community and the community supports Carl.
For students practicing interviewing techniques, a simple question receives surprisingly diverse and complex answers.
People with developmental disabilities perform and sing the Turkish version of Pink Floyd’s hit alongside famous Turkish artists.
We see the love, admiration and enormous devotion between two brothers once separated by the Willowbrook State School.
Films with Discussion Guides
A personal mini-documentary on the thoughts of the filmmaker’s brother Wataru Kubo, who has autism.
Jack Blond is a regular guy with Down syndrome who idolizes James Bond.
Thomas gets more than he bargained for in his interview at a law firm; a chance to change the lives of a father and son.
A personal look into the lives of three couples with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
A glimpse into the lives of two young individuals with Down syndrome living happy and fulfilling lives.
A short photo-essay offering a glimpse into the life of a boy on the autism spectrum and the challenges he and his family face.