Disabilities in Film: The Impact of Representation

Join us in conversation with Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Filmmaker and Deaf Creator Chrissy Marshall, Co-Founder of the 1N4 Coalition and Founder and Executive Artistic Director of The Miracle Project Elaine Hall, and Easterseals Disability Film Challenge Filmmaker Lee Pugsley as they explore the impact of authentic disability representation in film, the current state of disabled talent in front of and behind the camera, parts of the industry that need improvement in accommodating people with disabilities, how to support the disabled community, and more. This conversation will be moderated by Academy Vice President of Member Relations, Global Outreach, and Awards Administration Rose Wuyts-Wilson.

The conversation will take place in the Sidney Poitier Grand Lobby. Visitors are encouraged to explore the museum’s schedule of accessible... screenings and programs before or after the program.