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202515 minGdoc-short

Disability Inclusion

Beyond the Down

202515 minGdoc-short

Four artists with Down Syndrome share their creative processes in music, dance, photography, and film in a 15-minute documentary.

Disability Inclusion

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Director

Gabriel Corasini

Synopsis

Four artists with Down Syndrome share their creative processes in music, dance, photography, and film in a 15-minute documentary.

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Gabriel Corasinidirector

Amanda Yangwriter

Marina Cremaschicast

Henrique Silvacast

Antônio Kabancast

Synopsis

A filmmaker, a dancer, a photographer, and a musician gather to share their artistic journeys. Each artist has Down Syndrome. They create works that reflect their experiences and unique perspectives. The documentary tracks their creative processes and the history tied to their art forms. It runs for 15 minutes. Released in 2025, it showcases voices often overlooked in the arts community.

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