Peanut Butter Falcon, an independent movie that has shone this summer, is a film like no other. Starring a man with Down syndrome, the filmmakers have sought to break the silence that has been present in Hollywood despite its efforts and growth in inclusion – casting people with disabilities in movies. Russ sits down with the team to discuss initial thoughts about this movie, along with the impact it is capable of having.
References:
- “Why the ‘Peanut Butter Falcon’ Changes the Disabled Narrative and Scared Hollywood”
- “Zach’s Story”
- “Shia Labeouf, Dakota Johnson, and Zach Gottsagen Interview”
- “How Shia Labeouf Decided to Join the Movie”
- “Good Morning America Interview with Shia and Zach”
- Life Goes On with Chris Burke
- A Beautiful Mind
- Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner