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Explore topics like coming of age, the love of music, and a world that’s gone silent at this two day event!
Celebrate Disability Pride Month with great films that highlight disability culture and inclusion. From documentaries to feature films, this curated list uses the craft of storytelling to bring people with disabilities to the forefront. For two Saturdays in July, the Center for Accessibility will immerse you in films that explore topics like coming of age, the love of music, and a world that’s gone silent.
*All movies will be shown with open captioning.
Show Time:10:30am
This documentary examines the representation of disabled people in Hollywood movies.
Running Time: 1h
Rating: R
Content Warning: Language, Ableism, Sexual Content, Nudity, Violence, Death, Discussions of Suicide
Showtime: 12:00 pm
Down the road from Woodstock, a revolution blossomed at a ramshackle summer camp for teenagers with disabilities, transforming their lives and igniting a landmark movement.
Running Time: 1hr 48m
Rating: R
Content Warning: Language, Ableism, Sexual Content, Nudity, Violence, Death, Discussions of Suicide
Showtime: 3:00 pm
A documentary that follows jazz legend Clark Terry over four years to document the mentorship between Terry and 23-year-old blind piano prodigy Justin Kauflin as the young man prepares to compete in an elite, international competition.
Running Time: 1h 24m
Rating: R
Content Warning: Language
To request other reasonable accommodation for this program, please contact DCPLaccess@dc.gov or call 202-727-2142.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Film | Disability Pride Month | Center for Accessibility |
