The documentary addresses the underrepresentation of deaf people in British media and the importance of showcasing diverse deaf experiences. It emphasises the need for authentic representation and involvement of deaf individuals in all stages of production. The interviewees advocate for increased opportunities for deaf actors and urge the industry to move beyond tokenism. They highlight initiatives like ProFile, which connects casting directors with deaf talent, as a step towards greater inclusivity. The video calls for heightened awareness and empathy in the British entertainment industry, accentuating the value of diverse perspectives and stories.
SPECIAL THANK YOU to the contributors, Deepa Shastri, Jamie Ramsay and the ProFile platform, for their invaluable help and contributions.
A Film by Baou Productions
Produced and edited by Lucille Deshayes
Directed by Marie Arthaud-Lingois
Filmed by Kevin Lagrange
Contributors:
Charlotte Bevan
Nadia Nadarajah
Louise Stern
Danny Murphy
Deaf Consultant:
Deepa Shastri
Sound Recordist:
Liam Cromby
Arthur Turner
BSL & ASL Interpreters:
Ben Bridger
Paul Mancini
Katie Bazini
Katie Mcauliff
Helsa Borinstein
Voice Over:
Katherine Bristow
Melissa Dean
Jude Owusu
Music:
Relaxing by Benjamin Tissot
Special Thanks
Jamie Ramsay, Jeanne Galzin, Thomas Deshayes, Anne-Marie Arthaud, Anny Tubbs, Loic Lingois, Francine Lingois, Victoire Mabille, Jean-Marc Deshayes, Marie-Paule Ciavatti-Deshayes, Ambre Pellegrino, Manon Ardisson, Monique Romantini, Francoise Alverola,
Jay Lagrange, Keith Lagrange, Simone Ciavatti, Hubert Arthaud, Michelle Sanglier.