3 min. / documentary / 2004 / USA
In this short video, we meet a boy whose little sister has Angelman Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Through a poem he wrote, we see the strong bond that exists between these siblings.
7 min . / narrative / 2009 / Australia
A young man's charm and charisma challenges the prejudices of a stranger at a bus stop.
84 min. / documentary / 2006 / USA
Billy the Kid is an inspiring portrayal of adolescence, which takes an intimate look at a truly unique character - 15-year-old 'outsider' Billy, who was diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome after the making of the film.
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.
25 min. & 8 min. / documentary / 2002 & 2005 / USA
Burt is a video that portrays a man with developmental disabilities who survived decades of inhuman treatment to become a person who enjoys life to the fullest.
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.
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.
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?
1 ½ min. / poetic short / 2010 / USA
Poetry by Mark VanSlyke / Gathering Light. Performed by Gina Watson.
2 min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Poetry by Jennifer Fan, performed by Nadirah McFadden.
1 ½ min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Poem written by Emily Meek / Reprinted from Ideal Way (Seeing Ability In Disability).
46 min. / documentary / 2002 / USA
This realistic yet loving portrait counters saccharine portrayals of people with developmental disabilities. Marni and Kris, married in 1993, live and work in NYC. Laced with irreverent humor, their story questions the meaning of "intelligence."
1 min. / poetic short / 2011 / USA
Written by Enrichment Center poet, Tawanda Renee Shore. Performed by Samantha Moore.
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.
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.
11 min. / documentary / 2004 / USA
A couple shares their personal thoughts on love and marriage in this candid and touching portrait.
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.
13 min. / documentary / 2009 / USA
Brothers and sisters have a unique window into each other's world. And when one of the siblings in the family has autism, that window provides a penetrating view into this fascinating and often misunderstood developmental disability.
72 min. / documentary / 2007 / USA
“When I found my sister 47 years after she was sent away, we reestablished a loving relationship and share our story with the hope that other families will be inspired to ask about and find a missing member.”
