“Children of a Lesser God” is a romantic drama film released in 1986, starring William Hurt and Marlee Matlin. The film revolves around the complex relationship between a speech teacher at a school for the deaf and a young deaf woman who refuses to learn to speak, exploring themes of communication, understanding, and the challenges faced by the deaf community.
“CODA” is a heartfelt and critically acclaimed 2021 film that explores the life of Ruby, a high school student who is the only hearing member in her deaf family. Through her journey as a CODA, Ruby navigates the challenges of balancing her responsibilities at home with her dreams of pursuing a career in music.
I See The Crowd Roar: The Story of William Dummy Hoy
“I See The Crowd Roar: The Story of William Dummy Hoy” is a compelling documentary that delves into the inspiring journey of the legendary deaf baseball player. Through archival footage and heartfelt interviews, the film captures the essence of Hoy’s life, his contributions to the sport, and his enduring impact on the deaf community and the game of baseball.
A heartwarming French film centered around Paula, a teenager who is the only hearing member in her deaf family. When she discovers her exceptional singing talent, Paula must navigate the challenges of pursuing her passion while balancing her responsibilities at home, leading to a touching exploration of love, communication, and following one’s dreams.
“The Silent Natural” (2019) is a biographical drama that chronicles the life of William “Dummy” Hoy, a deaf baseball player who defied societal expectations and became a pivotal figure in the sport’s history. The film explores Hoy’s determination to break barriers, highlighting his remarkable achievements on and off the field while shedding light on the challenges he faced as a deaf athlete.
This reality series on Netflix provides a glimpse into the lives of Deaf and hard-of-hearing students at Gallaudet University, a renowned Deaf university in Washington, D.C.
This series revolves around two teenage girls who discover they were accidentally switched at birth. One of the main characters, Daphne Vasquez, is Deaf, and the show prominently features American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf culture.
