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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.

Directed by: Shoshannah Stern

Top Cast: Marlee Matlin, Randa Haines, Siân Heder, John Maucere, Lauren Ridloff, Aaron Sorkin, Henry Winkler

Genre: Documentary

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Past Screenings

• Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 1:00 PMTippecanoe County Public Library - Downtown Library — Indianapolis, IN
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• Friday, September 11, 2026 at 6:00 PMMatthews (Mary L.) Hall — Indianapolis, IN
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