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202558 minPGdocumentary

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HEARTBREAKING: A Glimpse Into The Lives of Deafblind Children (A MUST-SEE)

202558 minPGdocumentary

Four deafblind individuals, including 12-year-olds Adam and Mark, share their experiences and communication methods, highlighting their fulfilling lives despite challenges.

disability-inclusion life-stories family-dynamics public-health

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HEARTBREAKING: A Glimpse Into The Lives of Deafblind Children (A MUST-SEE)

2025• 58 minPG

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Four deafblind individuals, including 12-year-olds Adam and Mark, share their experiences and communication methods, highlighting their fulfilling lives despite challenges.

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Deafblindness affects communication and daily life for individuals like 12-year-old boys Adam and Mark, who were born without sight and hearing. Their parents face unique challenges in connecting with them. In contrast, Gaela and Graham, two adults who lost their hearing later in life, share their experiences and insights. The film highlights their resilience and ability to lead fulfilling lives despite their disabilities. Acclaimed percussionist Evelyn Glennie, who is profoundly deaf, provides the musical score, enhancing the portrayal of this extraordinary community.

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