Accessibility & Disability Films

Films about Disability Inclusion

This selection features films that explore disability inclusion, celebrating the stories, experiences, and achievements of individuals with disabilities. 

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The Brother

The Brother

Directed by Jérémie Battaglia

2019 | 28 min

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The Dance of Words

The Dance of Words

Directed by Yves Étienne Massicotte

2014 | 44 min

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We Regret to Inform You...

We Regret to Inform You...

Directed by Eva Colmers & Heidi Janz

2015 | 11 min

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Picture This

Picture This

Directed by Jari Osborne

2017 | 33 min

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SHAMELESS: The ART of Disability

SHAMELESS: The ART of Disability

Directed by Bonnie Sherr Klein

2006 | 1 h 11 min

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Acting Blind

Acting Blind

Directed by Martin Duckworth

2006 | 52 min

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The Artisans

The Artisans

Directed by Daniel Léger

2018 | 51 min

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Tying Your Own Shoes

Tying Your Own Shoes

Directed by Shira Avni

2009 | 16 min

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Toward Intimacy

Toward Intimacy

Directed by Debbie McGee

1992 | 1 h 1 min

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The Tournament

The Tournament

Directed by Sam Vint

2020 | 22 min

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A Mind of Your Own

A Mind of Your Own

Directed by Gail Sweeney

1999 | 37 min

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My Body Is Extremely Unusual: I've Never Seen Another Like It

My Body Is Extremely Unusual I've Never Seen Another Like It

Directed by CBC Documentary

Year: December 12, 2023

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Unloved: Film Remembers Huronia's Forgotten Children

Unloved: Film Remembers Huronia's Forgotten Children

Directed by Human Rights Museum

Year: 2023 | 89 min

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At the Beach

At the Beach

Directed by Jeremy Peter Allen

2015 | 5 min

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New Faces Come Back

New Faces Come Back

Directed by Richard Jarvis

1946 | 28 min

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Two Sisters

Two Sisters

Directed by Caroline Leaf

1991 | 10 min

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Bearing Witness: Luke Melchior

Bearing Witness: Luke Melchior

Directed by Dan Curtis

2003 | 51 min

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David with F.A.S.

David with F.A.S.

Directed by Gil Cardinal

1997 | 44 min

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Discussions in Bioethics: Who Should Decide?

Discussions in Bioethics: Who Should Decide?

Directed by Beverly Shaffer

1985 | 14 min

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Inseparable

Inseparable

Directed by Daniel Léger

2011 | 51 min

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Lay Down Your Heart

Lay Down Your Heart

Directed by Marie Clements

2022 | 1 h 5 min

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A Place in the World

A Place in the World

Directed by Robert Lang

1997 | 40 min

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Shattered Dreams

Shattered Dreams

Directed by Wendy Hill-Tout

1989 | 27 min

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There Are Others Worse Off than Us....

There Are Others Worse Off than Us....

Directed by Yves Dion

1972 | 57 min

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The Ties That Bind

The Ties That Bind

Directed by John Ritchie

2004 | 55 min

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In This Dark World

In This Dark World

Directed by Jean Lenauer

1955 | 30 min

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The Impossible Takes a Little Longer

The Impossible Takes a Little Longer

Directed by Anne Henderson

1986 | 45 min

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Poison Ivy

Poison Ivy

Directed by Richard James Martin

1979 | 12 min

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Petra's Poem

Petra's Poem

Directed by Shira Avni

2012 | 4 min

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The Freedom Tour by People First Canada

The Freedom Tour by People First Canada

The film documents the incredible journey of 16 self-advocates and friends who travelled across the Prairie Provinces to raise awareness about life in an institution. The documentary portrays compelling stories told by survivors of institutions who had moved into communities across the Prairies.

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Doing the Impossible

Doing the Impossible

Inspired by the birth of a boy with Down Syndrome, one mother’s bold choice not to institutionalize her child and challenge the status quo led to the formation of an organization that would impact the lives of thousands, inspire generations to fight for human rights and significantly change Canada’s legal and social landscape for people with developmental disabilities.

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ReelAbilities Film Festival Toronto

ReelAbilities Film Festival Toronto (RAFFTO)

Established in 2016, the ReelAbilities Film Festival Toronto (RAFFTO) stands as the sole Canadian branch of North America's largest film festival focused on celebrating Deaf and disability cultures. It features a diverse lineup of short films, feature-length productions, and documentaries.

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