About this event
SHOREHAM-BY-SEA FILM FESTIVAL. Deaf Friendly
Children of a Lesser God
“Matlin's Oscar-winning performance was almost universally praised for its passion and intensity.”
A new speech teacher falls for a deaf cleaner who chooses silence, leading to a tender, complex relationship shaped by communication and identity
Contains language and attitudes of its time.
Dir: Randa Hains. Stars: Marlee Matlin and William Hurt
Drama/Romance/1986/Cert 15/duration 119 mins/subtitles
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Deaf Friendly films were chosen in partnership with SURDI CIC, (a deaf led organisation based in Brighton & Hove), to provide an accessible film-going experience for the deaf and hard of hearing.
These great films are OPEN TO EVERYONE
All films will be introduced in BSL and spoken word.
Supported by the BFI Film Audience Network, awarding National Lottery Funding
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