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Deep Dive: Audible (2021)

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Audible
Audible is a short documentary that follows Amaree McKenstry-Hall, a senior athlete at the Maryland School for the Deaf, as he and his teammates work to maintain their winning streak while dealing with the suicide of a close friend. The film captures the emotional and social dynamics within the school community in Frederick, Maryland, providing insight into the lives of deaf students. The documentary also shows McKenstry-Hall's personal experiences and his completion of studies at the Maryland School for the Deaf in 2020. Directed by Matthew Ogens, the film was released on July 1, 2021, and was nominated for Best Documentary Short at the 94th Academy Awards.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Amaree McKenstry-Hall, a deaf athlete.
  • •See the impact of loss on a close-knit community.
  • •Follow the Maryland School for the Deaf's winning streak.

Did You Know

•Amaree McKenstry-Hall completed his studies at MSD in 2020.
•The film was released on July 1, 2021.
•Audible was nominated for Best Documentary Short at the 94th Academy Awards.

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Deaf cultureHigh school sportsMental health awareness