Autism
This documentary follows Kyle as he prepares to compete in the 2014 Washington State Special Olympics.
Andrew is somewhat verbal and can do most basic self-care tasks. He craves the same independence that his brother and sister enjoy.
In an age where photography is over-saturated, Ryan combines his photography skills and love of urban exploration.
Moyzee is a singer-songwriter who uses his songs as a platform to be heard. A die-hard romantic, many of his songs revolve around love.
An angsty teen locks himself in his bathroom with a tube of lipstick as he avoids his overbearing mother.
Jeffrey has a certain flair and a passion to be with people, to help others and enjoy life!
Down Syndrome
Daisy waits in a bar for her online date – he is late. A man offers her a drink and she mistakes him for the date who has stood her up.
A chance encounter between Georges and Harry sets the scene for a carefully crafted examination of love, loss and life rediscovery.
Funny and heart-wrenching – peoples’ candid and articulate self-awareness quickly shatter preconceptions of the disabled.
The story of a unique art studio which gives artistic and cultural opportunities to artists with disabilities.
Miriam lives in a home share, supported by a woman named Annie. Annie controls most of Miriam’s life.
‘Emergency” is the 2024 music video release from one of Australia’s most unique rock acts. .
Intellectual disability
Duncan’s showmanship and determination to defy the bullying and fulfill his dream to perform in major cities around the globe.
A theatre group prepares for a large-scale spectacle, to be staged in a stadium for an audience of 5,000 people.
When a Minneapolis theater company put on a show titled “Rise of the Celebretards,” people with disabilities took action.
A recycling plant in Warsaw that provides jobs for people with learning difficulties, who would find it difficult to get work.
A poem written by Neil MacDonald is recited/performed by Destiny Lewis Bell – two people with developmental disabilities.
A sweeping music video that so slowly and cleverly reveals the characters behind this slice of pitch perfect indie pop.
Films with Discussion Guides
An inspirational short documentary about a boy with Down syndrome and his love of baseball.
Jeffrey has a certain flair and a passion to be with people, to help others and enjoy life!
Young adults interview their parents about what it was like when they were children.
Ten minutes before a boxing match, a teenage boxer with Down syndrome fights for his right to get in the ring.
A glimpse into the lives of two young individuals with Down syndrome living happy and fulfilling lives.
Identical twins born only three minutes apart are separated by a large distinction: Ella has Down syndrome while Eavan does not.
Sproutflix Productions
A short poem written by Paul Quinn and recited by Juan Garcia – two people with developmental disabilities.
Burt is a man who survived decades of inhuman treatment to become a person who enjoys life to the fullest.
Seth, a person with developmental disabilities, gives a commentary on a community’s efforts to deny a group home from opening.
A poem by Tawanda Renee Shore in which she shares her view of marriage. Recited and performed by Samantha Moore.
Features the poetry of Frank Doherty and the performances of 5 young adults with developmental disabilities.
A poem by Mark VanSlyke and recited/performed by Gina Watson two people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Documentaries
A woman who has overcome barriers and whose participation in a community college has enhanced the quality of her life.
Laura, Tim W and Tim S were born with developmental disabilities and are now living outside an institution for the first time.
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.
A story about Kevin, a man with mental illness resulting from brain injury. His short term memory causes confusion and anxiety.
Experience the loving relationship of a mother and her adult son as they hike 900 miles in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Ben is a young man looking for a relationship but wonders if the fact that he has autism changes the way girls relate to him.
Animation
Junior felt safe and protected with the girl of his dreams, Cat, a superhero from the planet Caton who he created.
“The Great Little Mouse” is an animated story written by Mary Egan, a woman with developmental disabilities.
A hand-drawn animation exploring a mother’s natural concerns for her son Joel and his transition into adulthood.
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.
This live-action/animated documentary explores the relationship between Vas and his older sister Christine.
“Mark” will question our tendency to rush through life, while we ignore beauty and fulfillment in the many instances that pass us by.