Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, where filmmakers, both with and without disabilities, collaborate in a five-day filmmaking contest to tell unique stories that embrace diverse forms of disability. Explore the power of creativity and inclusion as this year's winners, based on the theme of Romance, showcase new voices and perspectives in the entertainment industry. ﻿The program also includes a selection of Indy Shorts 2023 films that align with the EDFC mission. Films in this program contain strong language. Viewer discretion is advised.

Rain in my Head tells the story of two deaf women discussing and exploring the nuances of language within romance. Film ContactChrissy Marshall23cmarshall@gmail.com

Rain in my Head

Rain in my Head tells the story of two deaf women discussing and exploring the nuances of language within romance.

Dating pool or cesspool? They both Stink! After being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, Ariel tries app dating for the very first time.

Smash or Pass

Dating pool or cesspool? They both Stink! After being dumped by her long-term boyfriend, Ariel tries app dating for the very first time.

Following an unsuccessful stint on a TV dating show, Lisa bumps into Wendy and falls head over heels. Through the years, their passion for one another fades as a secret threatens their love.

Unlucky in Love

Following an unsuccessful stint on a TV dating show, Lisa bumps into Wendy and falls head over heels. Through the years, their passion for one another fades as a secret threatens their love.

When long running reality dating show "Leap of Love" attempts its most inclusive season ever, disabled contestants must battle ableist dating tropes to find true love...which just might be closer than they think.

Leap of Love

When long running reality dating show "Leap of Love" attempts its most inclusive season ever, disabled contestants must battle ableist dating tropes to find true love...which just might be closer than they think.

At the dawn of their teenage years, Raphaël and Rémi are twins whose close bond is tested as one of them faces growing challenges related to a disability and grapples with the constraints of childhood. During one last summer surrounded by nature, time appears to stand still. Film Contact:Travellinginfo@travellingdistribution.com

Oasis

At the dawn of their teenage years, Raphaël and Rémi are twins whose close bond is tested as one of them faces growing challenges related to a disability and grapples with the constraints of childhood. During one last summer surrounded by nature, time appears to stand still.

The Milwaukee Beer Barrels Blind Bowling League is an eclectic mix of visually impaired and sighted bowlers with a simple focus: making friends, having fun, taking life one frame at a time. "Friday Night Blind" is the warm, quirky, inspiring story of three visually impaired bowling friends and the way they roll. Film Contact:Scott Krahn414-704-5642

Friday Night Blind

The Milwaukee Beer Barrels Blind Bowling League is an eclectic mix of visually impaired and sighted bowlers with a simple focus: making friends, having fun, taking life one frame at a time. "Friday Night Blind" is the warm, quirky, inspiring story of three visually impaired bowling friends and the way they roll.

At the 94th annual Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur became the first Deaf man to take home the best supporting actor Academy Award for his moving portrayal of Frank Rossi in CODA. During his emotional acceptance speech, Troy paid tribute to his dad, or as he so eloquently put it, his “hero”. "To My Father" is the story behind the speech that moved millions. Through American Sign Language (ASL), Troy narrates his courageous journey of achievement, drawing viewers into the world of the Deaf and presenting the challenges he faced to fit into the hearing world. Film Contact:John Papola, Emergent Order FoundationAustin, TX 78704john@eo.foundation917-848-8070

To My Father

At the 94th annual Academy Awards, Troy Kotsur became the first Deaf man to take home the best supporting actor Academy Award for his moving portrayal of Frank Rossi in CODA. During his emotional acceptance speech, Troy paid tribute to his dad, or as he so eloquently put it, his “hero”. "To My Father" is the story behind the speech that moved millions. Through American Sign Language (ASL), Troy narrates his courageous journey of achievement, drawing viewers into the world of the Deaf and presenting the challenges he faced to fit into the hearing world.

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