Film Lens
Right Footed is a documentary about Jessica Cox, directed by Nick T. Spark. Born without arms, Cox has achieved significant milestones including becoming the first person without arms to fly an airplane and earning two black belts. The film captures her life as she takes on new roles as a mentor and disability rights advocate, visiting Ethiopia and the Philippines on behalf of Handicap International to support individuals with disabilities. It also shows her efforts to advocate for the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in the US Senate.
In addition to her advocacy work, the film provides a personal glimpse into Cox's life, showing her supporting her mother Inez during her battle with cancer and beginning her married life with husband Patrick Chamberlain. The documentary emphasizes her commitment to mentoring children with disabilities both in the United States and abroad, illustrating her multifaceted life and the impact she has on others.
Why Watch
- •Meet Jessica Cox, the first armless pilot.
- •Follow her advocacy for disability rights.
- •See her support for her mother battling cancer.
Did You Know
•Jessica Cox was born without arms and learned to fly an airplane.
•The film won 17 awards at various film festivals.
•Right Footed premiered at the 2015 Mirabile Dictu Film Festival in Vatican City.
•Cox earned two black belts in martial arts.
•The film raised over $60,000 through two Indiegogo campaigns.
Perfect For
Disability advocacyInspirational storiesAviation enthusiasts