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Becoming Helen Keller
Year
2021
Description
Reexamines the life of Helen Keller—an author, a social justice pioneer, and an advocate for those with disabilities—with a focus on her activism and controversial stances. Includes narration in American Sign Language and English.
Director
Pressman, Michael
Writer
Crowley, John; Murphy, Mary McDonagh
Producer
Murphy, Mary McDonagh
Narrator
Alexander, Rebecca; Snipe, Warren "WAWA"; Wailes, Alexandria
Production Team
Straight Ahead Pictures, American Masters Pictures, ITVS, WNET Group, and PBS
Genre
Documentary
Language
American Sign Language and English
Media Format
1 DVD (84 min.) or 1 streaming video (84 min.)
Type
Color with black and white sequences
Production Notes
Broadcast on the PBS television series
American Masters
on Oct. 19, 2021.
Updated
09-06-2024
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