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2015828 minPGdocumentary

7.3/ 10(13,060 ratings)• TMDB

Disability Inclusion Relationships Civil Rights Social Justice

Born This Way

2015828 minPGdocumentary

7.3/ 10(13,060 ratings)• TMDB

Young adults with Down syndrome chase dreams of love and success.

Disability Inclusion Relationships Civil Rights Social Justice

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Young adults with Down syndrome chase dreams of love and success.

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Stephen Ashmorecast

Kris Bomgaarscast

Megan Bomgaarscast

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Born This Way follows a group of young adults with Down syndrome as they pursue their dreams and explore their friendships, romantic relationships, and work.

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