Movies and TvShows featuring "actress-with-down-syndrome" theme.

Nanda must rethink her plansof studying in Amsterdam when she discovers she is pregnant. After losing the support of her boyfriend Léo, the young girl decides to return home, where she suffers a serious accident and dies.However, Helena, her doctor, is able to save her new-born twins: Francisco and Clara. Unfortunately, Clara suffers from Downs Syndrome. Helena feels a strong emotional tie to Clara and adopts her.Years later, the twins’father Léo, a young and wealthy businessman, returns to the scene, wanting to gain custody of the children.However, Helena and Alex fight to the end to retain guardianship of the twins, whom they have raised with such love.

A group of friends, including a mentally-challenged man with Down syndrome, embark on a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and learn the importance of tying their own shoes. The film explores themes of friendship, loss, and the power of overcoming adversity.

It's All About Friends is a delightful movie that takes place in Eastern Europe. The story revolves around a group of friends who navigate through the ups and downs of life while maintaining their close bond. With plenty of laughter and heartfelt moments, this comedy-drama explores the complexities of friendship and the importance of genuine connections.

About Vipeholmsanstalten in Lund, Sweden, and the experiments that during the 40s and 50s were carried out on mentally and physically handicapped patients, to investigate the effect of sugar on the teeth, this at a time when tooth decay was a major problem in dental health in Sweden. By force-feeding the patients at Vipeholm a kind of extra-sweet caramel in large quantities, the experiments revolutionized research, while the defenseless patients had to take the hit for it.

Mañana no te olvides (2017) tells the touching story of a widower who goes on an unforgettable journey with his grandson, who has Down syndrome, to fulfill a list of tasks before his memory fades away. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and heartwarming moments that will change their lives forever.