ReelAbilities Film Festival: NY 2023

ReelShorts: Family Friendly + Q+A

Expired May 4, 2023 3:45 AM
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5 films in package
The Hero
A high school student and aspiring comic book artist with Down syndrome enters into his own imaginary world of heroes and villains, where the superhero helps him find his own courage.
Super Powers
After getting the news that her parents have been arrested for tax evasion, Emily, a struggling community college student, must take over as the primary caregiver for her teenage sister with Down syndrome.
Rite of Identity
An animated film about a deaf child who has exceptional artistic talent but struggles with an overwhelming soundscape.
Charlie and the Hunt
A young girl goes on a whimsical adventure and faces her fears while recovering a sentimental family treasure.
Andy & Kaliope
When Andy, a young boy with cerebral palsy, must move to yet another foster home, his caseworker helps him connect to his inner superhero.
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The in-person screening of this film will be followed by a live Q+A. The recording will be posted on our YouTube channel in the days following the festival.

The fantastical journey of Charlie Miles, a girl with a taste for adventure. As a CODA (Child of Deaf Adults), she uses ASL while communicating with her deaf mother and sometimes with her mischievous dog. On a search to find her mother’s missing bracelet, Charlie must face her fears while recovering the sentimental family treasure.


Main image description: a young black girl wearing a purple cape.

  • Year
    2021
  • Runtime
    14 minutes
  • Language
    English, American Sign Language
  • Country
    United States
  • Premiere
    East Coast Premiere
  • Director
    Jenn Shaw
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