2 ½ min. / music video / 2009 / USA
we got each others back - until the day we drop - and we never gonna stop
7 min . / narrative / 2009 / Australia
A young man's charm and charisma challenges the prejudices of a stranger at a bus stop.
26 min. / narrative / 2009 / USA
A spiritual guru on a public access show and the owner of a television network both seek financial enlightenment.
20 min. / documentary / 2009 / Belgium / English subtitles
Beyond Borders is a strong poet mosaic narration representing three people of different ethnic origin having a physical or mental disability.
27 min. / narrative / 1980 / USA
Starring two young people with Down syndrome, this sensitive drama focuses on their desire to have a relationship. Board and Care won the Academy Award in 1980 for Best Live Action Short Subject.
11 min. / documentary / 2007 / Scotland
Yasmin Fedda's award winning documentary Breadmakers focuses on Edinburgh's Garvald Bakery, a social enterprise staffed by 12 people with learning disabilities.
15 min. / narrative / 2010 / USA
One day the monotony of Jared's life is up-ended when he meets his pretty new co-worker Marissa. Before they know it, they develop a close friendship, one unlike either of them, ever experienced before.
11 min. / narrative / 2007 / UK
This award-winning film tells the story of Glen, a young man with Down syndrome, played David Miller, on a shopping trip with a personal assistant from hell.
2 ½ min. / music video / 2010 / Australia
One of Australia's most celebrated bands, Rudely Interrupted is an independent rock group with five of the six members living with disabilities.
16 min. / narrative / 2004 / Spain
"When the white moon is gone" is a surreal trip between the real and the imaginary; characters dance to the rhythm of hope in a world without future.
8 min. / documentary / 2009 / Spain
Madrid dance troop Danza Down enchants audiences with classical ballet, traditional Spanish dance and musical theatre performances. What makes this dance troop special is that all of the dancers in the troop have Down Syndrome.
6 min. / music video / 2006 / USA
The story of a man who copes with his disability by living through his dreams. The only problem is that even in his dreams he cannot escape the reality of his existence.
4 min. / documentary / 2010 / USA
Ella and Eavan, both age 6, are identical twins. They were born only three minutes apart, yet are separated by a large distinction: Ella has Down syndrome while Eavan does not.
18 min. / narrative / 2009 / USA
Retired coal miner Carl Short, 65, lives with his 40-year old, son Sammy, who has Down syndrome. Carl suffers from black lung. When money from a class action lawsuit fails to materialize, Carl realizes his options are running out.
54 min. / documentary / 2010 / Poland
Downtown showcases the work of Polish photographer Oiko Petersen, who decided to feature people with Down syndrome in a high fashion photo spread.
25 min. / narrative / 2002 / USA
Seth, a shy man with developmental disabilities, lives in a group home with Linda, a woman he loves from afar. Today is Linda's last day living in the group home. Will Seth come out of his dream world and declare his love to her?
4 min. / documentary / 2004 / USA
This fun, inspirational short video presents children and adults with Down syndrome, talking about their dreams and triumphs.
14 min. / documentary / 2004 / USA
Fathers’ Voices focuses on four men raising children with developmental disabilities. In a close up, honest and powerful manner, they share their hopes, dreams, joys and challenges.
2 min. / music video / 2009 / USA
Every night I go to sleep - I see visions in my dream - It could be reality - If I would just go for it
27 min. / documentary / 2005 / USA
The world famous “How's Your News?” crew are at it again with their insightful and, often times, hilarious coverage of the 2004 Presidential campaign.
1 ½ min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Poem written by Emily Meek / Reprinted from Ideal Way (Seeing Ability In Disability).
12 min. / narrative / 2008 / UK
Jack Blond is a regular guy with Down syndrome who idolizes James Bond. When a priceless diamond comes to town, he gets the chance to prove he's as good as his hero.
42 min. / narrative / 2005 / USA
A tale about Viru, a self-proclaimed music buff, and how he survived his first day at summer camp. This video features acting and musical performances by people with developmental disabilities.
86 min. / narrative / 2007 / USA
A narrative about an unconventional love triangle between three childhood buddies; two girls, one born with Down syndrome, and one boy, who all grow up fighting who they are inside, how they are perceived by society as a whole.
1 min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Poetry by Tim Kroft, performed by William Zhang.
1 ½ min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Features the poetry of Frank Doherty and the performances of 5 young adults with developmental disabilities.
4 min. / music video / 2008 / Australia
Set in the trendy café area of Melbourne, one of Australia's most celebrated bands, Rudely Interrupted sets out to interrupt people’s daily coffee fix with a little bit of entertainment.
45 min. / narrative / 2006 / USA
A documentary film crew captures the behind the scenes happenings during the making of a vampire film. Reality and fiction become blurred as the seven actors with developmental disabilities lose themselves in their roles.
26 min. / documentary / 2008 / USA
In the Spring of 2007, when a Minneapolis Theater company put on a show titled "Rise of the Celebretards," people with disabilities and their allies took action. "Offense Taken" documents this community's response to the public use of the "R" word.
7 ½ min. / documentary / 2011 / USA
35 persons with developmental disabilities answer the same one question: If you can change one thing about yourself, what would you change?
83 min. / documentary / 2003 / USA
Laura, Tim W., and Tim S. were born with developmental disabilities and are now living outside an institution for the first time. This documentary verite explores the intimate and original view of human struggle told through the stories of these unique individuals.
56 min. / documentary / 2007 / USA
The story of world-class weight lifter Jon Shapiro and his childhood sweetheart Holly James, both of whom were born with Down syndrome.
20 min. / narrative / 1998 / USA
A tale of love, money, the mob, the FBI and a 1968 convertible.
2 ½ min. / music video / 2009 / USA
I see it on TV - hear it on the radio - what’s a little boy to do?
24 min. / documentary / 2000 / USA
A playful, refreshing and unsentimental portrait of Rene, made by his close friend Duane Graves. This film offers insight into Rene’s personality and opportunities for him to mug for the camera.
9 min. / documentary / 2007 / UK
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live with someone with a disability? Ups not Downs shows how one family in the UK deal with day-to-day life with a child with Down syndrome. Maybe this documentary will challenge your outlook on life.
25 min. / narrative / 2008 / USA
Junior felt safe and protected with the girl of his dreams, Cat, a superhero from the planet Caton who he created. There was no need for family or friends. Or was there?
