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6 films in package
Imaginings
In this creative, kinetic collection of signed poetry performances, a group of six young Dutch Deaf signing artists known as “Kitchen Light” perform different pieces that give unique perspectives on topics including discrimination, equality, and their hopes and dreams for the future.
Rite of Identity
In this lovely autobiographical animated short, a young Deaf girl attends a mainstream school and is soon overwhelmed by having to navigate a world that is not fully accessible to her. Blessed with exceptional talent as an artist, she finds solace and joy in her drawing.
Say Nothin' But a Word
Set in 1986, this riveting drama centers on Jeremih, a Deaf black painter who must navigate a tense racially charged confrontation with police on the very night his art is being celebrated. Filmmaker Chantay Taylor’s storytelling aims to rewrite the narrative of how black men are seen in history (and on-screen) and illustrate that there is more than what meets the eye when it comes to a diverse community and their art.
Ruaridh
This beautifully crafted documentary short paints a vivid portrait of Ruaridh Lever-Hogg, a Deaf artist from the Scottish Highlands. As Lever-Hogg describes his creative process and personal background, we gain a better understanding of how his Scottish Highlands identity has informed his work.
Handscape
Xia Qing is a Deaf boy in China with cochlear implants who wants nothing more than to be a dancer, but faces resistance from his traditional mother, who fears he is wasting his time. When he gets the opportunity to audition for a dance company, he must decide if he has the confidence to pursue his dream.
Liberty
Deaf British actor/performer David Ellington performs his powerful poem “Liberty” that draws on visual vernacular, sign mime and BSL to explore topics of equality, freedom, division and unity. Ellington’s commanding presence takes center stage, bringing life to his compelling original work.

From dancing and drawing to animation and poetry, creativity comes in many different forms. These six stories from around the world feature Deaf artists who use their talents to make a meaningful impact.


This program's in-person screening at NWFF takes place on Sunday, April 7th at 10am. Get in-person tickets here!

Virtual, In-Person, and Hybrid Festival Passes are also available.

Deaf British actor/performer David Ellington performs his powerful poem “Liberty” that draws on visual vernacular, sign mime and BSL to explore topics of equality, freedom, division and unity. Ellington’s commanding presence takes center stage, bringing life to his compelling original work.

  • Runtime
    11 minutes
  • Language
    British Sign Language, English
  • Country
    United Kingdom
  • Subtitle Language
    English
  • Note
    ID: A poster for “Liberty” with the title in white across the top left corner, on an image of a black man’s face with the outdoorsy background blurred. Subtitle under the title: “Short film by David Ellington.” Text on the bottom left corner: “Photo: Samuel Ash from the film ‘Liberty’ by David Ellington.”
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  • Director
    David Ellington
  • Screenwriter
    David Ellington
  • Cast
    David Ellington