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Movie Review: Realistic portrayal of a boy's experience with dyslexia
Summary: 5 Stars
I was very impressed with the movie's honest portrayal of a boy with dyslexia struggling through fifth grade, seen through his own eyes. It's set in the early seventies, and there are some strong dramatic moments. I really like the way the film ends--it is ultimately an uplifting movie with a strong message. Remy Thorne, who portrays the main character, also won a Young Actor's award at the LA Short Film Festival.
Since 15 to 20 per cent of the population has dyslexia or a specific learning disability, it's vital to raise awareness, and this film is an excellent springboard for getting the message out. I would highly recommend this film.
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Movie Review: A MUST SEE for Teachers and Parents...
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an incredible short film depicting how a child experiences school when they have dyslexia. Anyone who has a learning disability can relate to the movie. It reminds us all to stop labeling students who learn differently as simply lazy or stupid. We need to educate the educators about learning disabilities. Congratulations to the film maker!!Movie Review: THIS DVD SHOULD BE MANDATORY VIEWING FOR ALL EDUCATORS AND ADMINISTRATORS!
Summary: 5 Stars
EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT, EXCELLENT!!!!
THIS SHOULD BE MANDATORY VIEWING FOR ALL EDUCATORS AND ADMINISTRATORS!
THIS SHOULD BE SHOWN AT EVERY IEP MEETING!!!
To the film maker---we hope to see more work from you on this topic! Keep up the great work! You are an inspiration!
Movie Review: Solid Depiction of Kids with Learning Disabilities - Not Gay
Summary: 4 Stars
Being dyslexic myself, I identified strongly with the main character of this short movie. I was picked on very much the same way he was, and suffered similar emotions. I agree with the preceding reviews that it should be MANDATORY viewing for all PK-8G teachers and administrators. I also especially liked the visuals in the background, but I don't want to give that away to those who have not seen it. That was the best part of the movie (for me) and was a very cleaver visual device.
The lead actor and the actress portraying his mother were great, but I found the rest of the cast stilted or too stereotypical. That may be more the fault of the writing than the fault of the actors, but it came off as amateurish.
Also, kids with dyslexia and other learning disabilities may excel at other activities other than reading and school work (math, art, sports, music, woodworking, sewing, scouting) and while there was a passing reference that he was good at math, none of his "victories" or "strengths" were depicted until the end of the movie. A kid with learning disabilities will often try to cover-up that fact by spending his/her time doing those things in which they excel and therefore gain acceptance from their parents and peers. But, since this movie was short, and had a focused message, that side was never explored or depicted.
The tags associated with this movie were wrong and inappropriate. This is not a "coming of age movie" and there is no sexual innuendo or nudity of any sort. Those references in the tags should be deleted.
Movie Review: Great, but graphic
Summary: 4 Stars
I teach individuals with dyslexia how to read. This film shows graphically what my students have told me about their experiences in the education system. I would caution parents and teachers to preview the film before deciding to show it to a child as it is very graphic. Teachers- if you don't know what your dyslexic students face every day, watch this film!
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