Movies and TvShows featuring "disabilities" theme.

In My Lovely Angel, a man struggles to cope with the death of his parent while also dealing with his own disabilities. Amidst the rain and his mysophobia, he meets a woman who is blind and they form a deep connection. As they navigate their own personal struggles, they find solace and love in each other's arms.

Barfi! is a heartwarming tale set in the 1970s, which follows the life of a deaf and mute boy named Barfi. Despite his challenges, Barfi navigates the world with an infectious charm and a zest for life. Along the way, he forms a deep bond with two women, Shruti and Jhilmil, creating a unique love triangle that tests the boundaries of love and selflessness. Filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments, Barfi! is a celebration of the human spirit and the power of love.

A tribute to the spirit and humanity of people who are physically different from the average: very tall and very large men and women, a bearded woman and her long-time husband, Siamese twins joined at the midsection, and several little people including actor Billy Barty. We meet some at Gibsonton, Florida, where carnival folk winter. They talk about their lives and accomplishments. The camera also goes on the road to visit a grandfather with a distinctive face, a legless mechanic from Kentucky on a second honeymoon in LA, a marathon runner and motivational speaker who has no feet, a karate student with partial limbs, and an armless, down-to-earth mom in Texas.

Charged: The Eduardo Garcia Story is a gripping documentary that follows the incredible journey of Eduardo Garcia, a renowned chef and outdoorsman who survived a life-changing accident in the wilderness. With the power of determination and resilience, Eduardo overcomes his disabilities and emerges as an inspiration to others, proving that nothing is impossible. This thought-provoking film showcases the beauty of the outdoors, the strength of the human spirit, and the transformative power of survival.

A traumatic injury and disability, the filmmaker is also the subject, trying to find his way out of a coma like state. Searching for answers, he begins to interview strangers also experiencing extreme life circumstances.

People with disabilities are the largest minority in the United States (57 million people) and in Russia (13 million people). This film follows the adventures of Russians and Americans with disabilities, who like the characters in the Dumas novel, work together for the common good… but they wield cameras not sabers. They make films to empower themselves, educate the public, create more opportunities, and build friendship between the people of Russia and the United States.

Look Who's Laughing is a heartwarming comedy documentary that follows a group of disabled stand-up comedians as they navigate the challenges of the comedy industry and use humor to break down stereotypes. With their unique perspectives and undeniable talent, these comedians prove that laughter knows no bounds.

Shooting Beauty is a documentary that follows the inspiring journey of a woman named Courtney who has cerebral palsy. Despite her disability, Courtney discovers her passion for photography and uses it as a form of therapy and self-expression. Through her lens, she captures the beauty in the world around her and challenges society's perceptions of disability. This heartwarming film showcases the transformative power of art and the resilience of the human spirit.

Between a lifelong career of playing Santa at private parties, and working a second job as a caretaker for a forgetful sundowner, a working class actor decides to hang up his red suit and make this his final holiday season. On his last day before retirement, a sweet non-binary kid reminds him the spirit of the holiday.

Their country is bankrupt. Their bodies are broken. Neighbors consider them cursed. But in music, eight disabled Zimbabweans dared to hope.

Team Everest: A Himalayan Journey follows a group of disabled athletes as they embark on a trekking expedition to Mount Everest. With the help of Sherpas, these courageous individuals overcome their disabilities and push their limits to achieve their dream. This awe-inspiring documentary showcases the power of human spirit and the triumph of the human will.

In TRANSO, people with disabilities share their stories and reflections in an intimate conversation about sex and relationships. Celebrating affection, self-pleasure, and the diversity of sexuality, the film features participants like Ana, who, at the age of 52, receives her first vibrator from two friends, and Fernando, a digital influencer who found love at an out-of-season carnival.

When filmmaker Yoshifumi Tsubota learns about his slightly autistic uncle who lives alone, he decides to visit him. Drawn to his uncle’s unique personality, he begins to roll his camera as he visits him over the years. Tsubota himself had been diagnosed with a developmental disability and so understanding his uncle is also an act of understanding himself. Through intimate and personal footage, this charming film is gem of a documentary that also highlights contemporary social issues surrounding aging and social care for the disabled.