DeafInMedia

Representation is everything.

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[Deaf Hottie🧏🏾‍♀️🥵 @bluejay19xx]

These comments I’m seeing is why I say Deaf people in media needs to be normalize. The exact reason why I went on the show.

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

The plan seeks to ensure “meaningful representation and inclusion for all underrepresented groups, including performers with disabilities in series regular, guest star or co-starring roles in current series and pilots” https://t.co/lKJ88EIVOz

[jules (he/him) @julesdameron]

I need a deaf / hard of hearing actor / actress (all genders, ethnicities & disabilities) who is *fluent in ASL* available in May 1-9 in New York City. Travel & board NOT included. Know anyone? Email at [email protected] with your info (resume, reel, work samples).

[Marlee Matlin @MarleeMatlin]

So for my first directing job, we are now posting the following casting notice. Please look it over and feel free to share! #Accused @SPTV

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

First hashflag* with a hearing aid? 🤔 #Hawkeye 

*The name for the little emojis that automatically appear after some hashtags!

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

GREAT to see more deaf journalists in newsrooms! Congrats, @AlisonStine!

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

“They communicate better than any team I have ever coached against.”

https://t.co/O3NwnE6NGN

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

"A part of me loves that we are finally acknowledging Keller’s complexity and humanity. The other, and deeper, part of me senses the danger underneath the surface. If we focus on Keller and only on Keller, there is no room for other voices." @cmmhartmann https://t.co/XlqSAzTTji

[ScreenTime @screentime]

There has been a 250% increase in inquiries on learning sign language thanks to Lauren Ridloff's #Makkari in #Eternals

(via @Independent)

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

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[The Hollywood Reporter @THR]

#Eternals actress Lauren Ridloff says she thinks the film is about to completely redefine what it means to be a superhero

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

Don’t *love* “hearing difficulties” but the rest is great news!!

[Adam Aron @CEOAdam]

I am proud to announce that @AMCTheatres permanently will offer some Open Caption showtimes each week. Well marked on our web site and mobile app. A real advance for those with hearing difficulties or where English is a second language. And right in time for Eternals from @Disney

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

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[Derpdevil | 🍉 @Demphio]

@MarvelStudios @disneyplus !!!! are those hearing aids like in the comics??

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

Exciting, and important! "We recognise the need for change and we hope that in coming together the BBC and Netflix have created a funding model which will help level the playing field for deaf, disabled and neurodivergent creators in the UK." https://t.co/KmG2NozBMC

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

@etoile @XavierC70153014 @LaurenRidloff MCU is more accurate, granted!

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

First deaf Marvel superhero let’s gooooo https://t.co/Cw2Rl1rgLD

[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

@TuneItDown_Huh Good point!

[Charlie Ainsworth @CaptAinsworth]

A gigantic step towards proper representation. Congratulations Jevon (got a handle?), @TroyKotsur and @NyleDiMarco

[Tyrone Giordano @TyGiordano]

Without having seen CODA yet, and having read some reviews, I am confident that I can guess how it goes.

Here's my pre-viewing analysis of CODA:

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[DeafInMedia @DeafInMedia]

“So often, whether filmmakers or producers or studios are intimidated by having deaf cast or they don't know how to make their sets accessible, they're missing out on this brilliant performer.” https://t.co/DG1k5DffKd