A new documentary film by David Grabias

Meeting Level: River Birch A

YOU. SLEEP. STAY. is the story of Fred, a deaf, non-speaking, intellectually and developmentally disabled senior citizen who’s lived in a State institution for over 70 years. Exploring Fred’s experience of time, community, and language, this observational documentary is a story of home and family, of brothers and responsibility, and of the role filmmakers play in participating in reality—not just reflecting it.

The post-screening discussion will include award winning Producer/Director David Grabias and will explore themes and issues in the film including caregiving and responsibility, the importance of communication strategies, and the ethics of filming with those in the IDD community who do not use language traditionally. Discussion will be facilitated by Lisa Sonneborn, Director, Media Arts and Culture, Institute on Disabilities at Temple University.

Accessibility: Film is captioned. Discussion will be CART captioned. ASL interpretation is available upon request.