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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This groundbreaking documentary, made in 1970, focuses on Georgia, a four-year-old with Autism in her special education class.
Joshua, an 18-year-old diagnosed with autism, overcomes his personal struggles while becoming a champion at the sport he loves.
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 group of musicians from a Hamburg community of people with developmental disabilities.
A family film about a waitress who notices that one of her customers is extremely upset and goes out of her way to try and make the customer feel better.
An inspiring, heart-warming story about Cory: a brilliant and talented 11 year-old boy with autism with a passion for dogs.
Mark Boerebach, a nearly blind recluse with Autism, gets to show his amazing music chart recall on a live TV quiz show.
A poem by Cam Lasley, a hip-hop artist with Down syndrome, is performed/recited by Marlon Foster, a young man with an I/DD.
A playful and unsentimental portrait of Rene, a young man with Down syndrome, made by his close friend Duane Graves.
A short film using the camera invented by the Lumiere Brothers. Made by Jaco Van Dormael, the director of “The Eighth Day”
One day the monotony of Jared’s life is up-ended when he meets his pretty new co-worker Marissa.
A poem written by Neil MacDonald is recited/performed by Destiny Lewis Bell – two people with developmental disabilities.
This documentary follows Kyle as he prepares to compete in the 2014 Washington State Special Olympics.
The story of a unique art studio which gives artistic and cultural opportunities to artists with disabilities.
A dance drama featuring a cast of dancers with and without disabilities. It explores what it means to be together while the world changes all around us.
In an age where photography is over-saturated, Ryan combines his photography skills and love of urban exploration.
Travel through an imagined world in this short dance film as it presents a collection of rhythmic and witty scenarios.
A coming of age tale takes on new depth as a girl learns about love, sex and looking out for those who need protection.
A film crew captures the happenings during the making of a vampire film as reality becomes blurred.
A group of students are preparing a special trip to the beach. Marina, a 15-year-old girl has a strong wish to visit the sea for the first time.
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