Movies and TvShows featuring "developmental-disability" theme.

The Specials follows the lives of a group of special needs adults who receive care and support at a center in Paris. As they navigate their way through daily challenges, they form deep friendships and learn valuable life lessons. This heartwarming film touches on themes of empathy, compassion, and the importance of inclusion in a multicultural society.

CinemAbility: The Art of Inclusion is a documentary that delves into the portrayal of disabilities in the entertainment industry. It examines the history of disability representation in film and television, and the impact it has on society. The film features interviews with actors, filmmakers, and disability advocates, providing insight into the challenges and successes of disabled individuals in the industry. Through heartfelt stories and thought-provoking analysis, CinemAbility sheds light on the importance of inclusion and diversity in media.

Jane, a young woman with Asperger's syndrome, is determined to find love despite the challenges she faces. With the support of her younger sister Bianca, Jane navigates the world of dating, moving in together, and the complexities of relationships. Along the way, she discovers the importance of self-acceptance and the true meaning of love.

In a Different Key is a documentary that delves into the complex world of autism. The film follows the journey of a mother and her autistic son, highlighting their experiences, challenges, and the scientific breakthroughs that have contributed to a better understanding and acceptance of autism. It explores topics such as self-expression, therapy, empathy, and the importance of developmental disability awareness.

High school student Ami was born through a fertilization technique. Her brother is developmentally challenged and is immature for his age. They go on a trip and when they arrive at a clinic decide to stay with the doctor and his wife.

Sang-yeon is a confident and talented political reporter who must achieve everything as planned. After a long wait, she gives birth to twins, but when her second child is diagnosed with a developmental disability, her life changes completely.

Macie (Jen Santos) is a twenty-three year old woman with IDD (Individual with Developmental Disability) stuck in the middle of a feud between her sisters Abby (Maria Sole), a recovering alcoholic trying to become a more active member in Macie's life and her primary caregiver Megan (Elizabeth Archibeque).

Mashiro Shibutani and her family live in Imizu, Toyama Prefecture. She spends her days by tending to her father’s bicycle store and taking care of her pet dog. She has a minor mental disability, but it doesn't affect her daily life. One day, she visits a shrine for her older brother's wedding. There, she meets photographer Keiichi Yui who came from Tokyo. Mashiro Shibutani accidentally presses the shutter button on Keiichi’s camera, which he left with her for a short while. Keiichi is fascinated by the pictures which Mashiro took on accident. Because of this, they get closer.

The complexities of a mother's sacrifice are discovered when Eleanore, at age 91, moves her developmentally disabled son Ronnie into a group home, after 64 years of devoted companionship and daily ritual in their modest Pennsylvania farmhouse. Elanore & the timekeeper is a quiet love story between a mother and son, which records the inevitable transformation in their relationship, and shifting definitions of home over a seven-year span.