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 severely paired-down 170, compared to the usual 3,000 guests. It was the first time tinsel-town had amassed as a single gathering in more than …
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If you watch soap operas in Australia or the UK you will no doubt be familiar with the Australian soap “Neighbours.” The show, which has been running since 1985, explores the lives and relationships of the residents of Ramsay Street in Erinsborough. Recently, the day before the International Day of People with Disability — which …
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Deaf travel host Alana Nichols has done it again. Her award-winning travel show Follow Alana has delighted viewers and critics alike. Its new season was just released and looks to be every bit as entertaining. Exploring Switzerland In this new season, deaf travel host Nichols promises to show us everything in Switzerland, including a Heidi-like …
NBC is working on a new TV drama series titled, “Look at Me,” inspired by deaf model, actor and activist Nyle DiMarco. The series, which is based on DiMarco’s life, will also be produced by the star, according to ZadanMeronProductions.com. Deaf Model and Actor Nyle DiMarco Nyle DiMarco has become familiar in …
The highly-anticipated movie, Godzilla vs. Kong, is scheduled to premier in theaters and on HBO Max next week, and while many fans of “The MonsterVerse” is looking forward to seeing the face-off between the two icons, we’re looking forward to seeing two deaf actresses appear in the movie. Deaf talent in ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ After …
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“CODA,” a feature film about a hearing child of deaf parents, won several prizes at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. The coming-of-age story follows 17-year-old Ruby, played by Emilia Jones, and Oscar-winner Marlee Matlin, who portrays Ruby’s mother. Ruby’s character is the CODA, or “Child of Deaf Adults,” from the title. She lives …
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If you watched the Super Bowl yesterday, you may have noticed the moving performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by deaf rapper Warren Snipe. Snipe is the originator of what he terms “Dip Hop,” a new genre of hip hop as seen through deaf eyes. This distinct style focuses on education through music, helping the hearing …
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