audism noun: the notion that one is superior based on one's ability to hear and speak or behave in the manner of one who hears and speaks
This powerful documentary uses real life experiences from Deaf people of varied social racial and educational backgrounds - showing how audism does lasting and harmful damage. As they share their struggles with this emotionally charged matter they reveal the scars that may never heal.
Forty-two minutes of bonus materials include director's comments extended and additional interviews. [DVD: (2008) 57 minutes; English subtitles Spanish subtitles; NTSC color; Region-Free disc designed to be compatible with any DVD player]