Autism
For students practicing interviewing techniques, a simple question receives surprisingly diverse and complex answers.
“Spectrum” combines live action and animation to reveal the underlying sensory differences that create an autistic perspective.
Watch the remarkable story of how Tim Sharp found his voice through art and became an international sensation with Laser Beak Man.
A father-son fishing duo from Brooklyn go fishing in Jamaica Bay, Little Sal uses fishing to connect to the world.
A poem written by Emily Meek in which she states a variety of her wishes. A Sproutflix Production.
Brian’s transformative journey from struggle to empowerment, as he overcomes challenges and discovers healing through yoga and meditation.
Down Syndrome
Eugene, a teenage boy with Down syndrome, who is fascinated with rainbow mythology, has always felt like an outsider looking in.
Social butterfly, fun-loving, theatrical Celeste enjoys watching back episodes of her favorite soap operas.
Follow a team of superheroes as they bring new life into a supermarket on the verge of going out of business.
Sam has a passion to be a dancer, but is too shy to realize her dreams. When Peaches materializes one night, Sam’s dreams transform into reality.
Two people with disabilities navigate through the challenges they’re faced with when their relationship is displayed in public.
The story of world-class weight lifter Jon Shapiro and his childhood sweetheart Holly James.
Intellectual disability
24 people answer the same question: “If you could change one thing about yourself, what would you change?”
People with developmental disabilities perform and sing the Turkish version of Pink Floyd’s hit alongside famous Turkish artists.
A touching and personal poem written by Anonymous and recited/performed by Nadirah McFadden.
An animated music video Rudely Interrupted’s tours around the globe, from airports to hotels, from the suitcase to the stage.
A music video by Station 17 – a collection of improvisational musicians gathered from a Hamburg community of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
“Where’s Molly?” – Since he was 6 years old, Jeff Daly kept asking that question about his only sister.
Films with Discussion Guides
Jeffrey has a certain flair and a passion to be with people, to help others and enjoy life!
35 people answer the same one question: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would you change?
Jack Blond is a regular guy with Down syndrome who idolizes James Bond.
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.
Follow Jayden, a two and half year old diagnosed with autism, through his first months of school in the Bronx.
A personal look into the lives of three couples with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Sproutflix Productions
A poem by Mark VanSlyke and recited/performed by Gina Watson two people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
“The Great Little Mouse” is an animated story written by Mary Egan, a woman with developmental disabilities.
Seth, a person with developmental disabilities, gives a commentary on a community’s efforts to deny a group home from opening.
35 people answer the same one question: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would you change?
A poem written by Neil MacDonald is recited/performed by Destiny Lewis Bell – two people with developmental disabilities.
The year is 3168 and Earth is being threatened by the evil Natas. Hope for a peaceful future lies in the hands of the Karate Ruler.
Documentaries
Roman doesn’t speak – not a word in 26 years. But the joy he takes in filming and being filmed is one expression of his life with autism.
In this story, Max is the principal dancer in a choreographed work that is inspired by the watery world of his dreams.
A mother’s mental strength is tested when she enrolls her son with autism in an ice skating program.
The How’s Your News? team follows the 2004 presidential campaign trail from Ohio to Florida leading up to the election.
Karla has the sweetest big brother she could hope for. Nordahl loves cuddles and he’s a fun playmate. He also needs lots of care.
An uplifting and courageous glimpse into a young woman with Down syndrome and her daily struggles.
Animation
A young girl tries to understand why her brother, who has autism, is not like the other children and gives her version of the facts.
A music video for the band, Delay Treesby, starring and featuring the artwork of director Teemu Erämaa’s brother, Tomi.
An animation starring Ryan, a teenager with autism, which documents his trip to the local store for a snack and drink.
Illustrated by sand paintings, the film dives into the hidden world of Veronika, a child with autism and multiple physical disabilities.
“Spectrum” combines live action and animation to reveal the underlying sensory differences that create an autistic perspective.
A ride through the psychedelic sights and sounds of a theme park as you are slowly worn down by the will of young man with autism.