Dyslexia in the Media: Documentaries & Movies
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Our Dyslexic Children. This is a documentary about a group of parents in Upper Arlington, Ohio who banded together to take on their school system to demand their children with dyslexia be served, and then formed a partnership with the district and now work shoulder to shoulder to deliver the nationally recognized early literacy program they built together. The Big Picture: Rethinking Dyslexia http://thebigpicturemovie.com An HBO documentary which provides personal and uplifting accounts of the dyslexic experience from children, experts and iconic leaders, such as Sir Richard Branson and financier Charles Schwab. Directed by James Redford (son of Robert Redford), the film clears up misconceptions about the condition, but also paints a picture of hope for all who struggle with it. The work of Drs. Sally and Bennett Shaywitz, co-founders and co-directors of the Yale Center of Dyslexia and Creativity are also featured which illuminate the hidden origins and implications of dyslexia. Dislecksia: The Movie http://www.dislecksiathemovie.com Kids may enjoy this documentary’s lighter approach to reading issues. Filmmaker Harvey Hubbell V doesn’t see the issue as a learning disability. He sees it as a learning difference. Hubbell shares what growing up with dyslexia was like for him. And he shows advocates, scientists and students working to make things better. He also films famous people with dyslexia. You’ll hear from actor Billy Bob Thornton and real estate mogul Barbara Corcoran, among others. Journey Into Dyslexia https://www.hbo.com/video/documentaries/journey-into-dyslexia/videos/trailer Oscar-winning HBO filmmakers Alan and Susan Raymond examine the complexities of the dyslexic brain, exploring realities and myths of the most common learning disability, showing how it is structured differently, and debunk myths and misperceptions about dyslexia. adults revisit painful childhood memories of feeling different, being ostracized by peers, being ignored or even demeaned by educators and struggling to meet academic norms. Among the notable dyslexic adults who recount their struggles and triumphs in the film are: consumer advocate Erin Brockovich; Ben Foss, inventor of the Intel Reader; Steve Walker, New England Pellet founder and CEO; micro sculptor Willard Wigan; and Dr. Carol Greider, 2009 Nobel Laureate in Physiology and Medicine. They describe dyslexia as “a gift” and “a wonderful form of intelligence” that facilitated their success Embracing Dyslexia http://embracingdyslexia.com A documentary film which helps educators and parents better understand dyslexia; explains why it is important for students struggling with reading, writing, and spelling to be screened for dyslexia as early as possible; and shows how proper tutoring and classroom accommodations can give these students a chance at success, in the classroom and beyond. Note: Films are available on Amazon Instant Video |
