A recent Twitter storm spiraled as the Deaf community responded to an article published by The Hollywood Reporter (THR) highlighting John Leonetti’s new film; “The Silence”, which premieres in December. The […]
People familiar with hearing loss know that every family is different; one communication modality that works for one may not for another. But the general public is largely ignorant. For […]
Mention bullying to almost anyone and, you will usually get a response which assumes that those being bullied are young people and generally within school-age. However, there is a so-called […]
The astrology of deaf celebrities will tell you more about them. The astrological charts of eight deaf celebrities are profiled.
Everyone with a hearing loss has a tale to tell. Telling your deaf story to others in a public way isHave you ever been told to do so?
This year was full of wonderful monthly moments where we saw #DeafTalent in the media. As the end of the year is drawing near, we reflect on the best of […]
Season Two of ‘This Close’ was released in September 2019 and picks up right where it left off. Its commitment to #deaftalent continues.
A man from Long Island has become “perhaps the first deaf-blind actor in a lead movie role,” according to the New York Times. Robert Tarango, a kitchen worker from the […]
In celebration of Deaf Awareness Month this September, we’ve gathered a list of some of the most interesting Deaf Fun Facts for you to know. Have you ever played trivia […]
Actors who are deaf and hard of hearing often get left out of the Oscars. Now, the Academy Awards aims to make films more accessible.
Recently, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced a new initiative to promote diversity and inclusion in motion pictures. Its intention is to expand opportunities for, among […]
The truth is, being “deaf” is complicated. And really, it’s individual as much as cultural. We take a look at deaf culture and how it can be more inclusive.
Considering that cinemas were closed during the past year due to the Covid pandemic, the 93rd Academy Awards were still a lavish affair – even if the invited celebrities were […]
A new 39-minute immersive film “Audible” trails the lives of a deaf footballer and his teammates at the Maryland School for the Deaf. It is set to release on Netflix […]
The award-winning short film “Feeling Through” is a movie about deaf-blind man and a homeless man that warms the hearts of many.
Lou Ferrigno, a retired bodybuilder and actor who is deaf, has been cast in a new television series. Ferrigno is perhaps best known for his role as “The Incredible Hulk” […]
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