In 1987, Marlee Matlin became the first Deaf actor to win an Academy Award and was thrust into the spotlight at 21 years old. Reflecting on her life in her primary language of American Sign Language, Marlee explores the complexities of what it means to be a trailblazer.
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- Released
- Production
- Actual Films, ITVS, American Masters Pictures, Impact Partners
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Top Cast
Marlee Matlin as Self
Randa Haines as Self
Sian Heder as Self
John Maucere as Self
Lauren Ridloff as Self
Aaron Sorkin as Self
Henry Winkler as Self
Troy Kotsur as Self
Top Crew
Shoshannah Stern · Director
Kathryn Bostic · Composer
Jon Shenk · Cinematographer
Sara Newens · Editor
Robyn Kopp · Producer
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