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20207 minGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Disability Inclusion

Music & Clowns

20207 minGdoc-short

6.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Seven minutes capture the passions of a nonverbal man with Down syndrome, as family members share their perspectives on his life.

Disability Inclusion

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Seven minutes capture the passions of a nonverbal man with Down syndrome, as family members share their perspectives on his life.

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Alex Widdowsondirector

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Jamie loves music and clowns. He is close to nonverbal, which leaves his family to interpret his thoughts and feelings. Their conversations reveal their different perspectives on life with Jamie, who has Down syndrome. The film presents intimate moments that reflect the family's dynamics and their efforts to understand each other. It offers insight into the challenges and joys of having a family member with a disability. The documentary runs for seven minutes and was released in 2020.

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