BEING MICHELLE DOCUMENTARY
HOST A SCREENING& DISCUSSION
Bring an award-winning documentary about Deaf rights, disability justice, and the human right to communication to your organization or community.
AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE • VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON SCREENINGS
BRING BEING MICHELLE TO YOUR ORGANIZATION
Host an educational, corporate, government, or community screening of BEING MICHELLE, an award-winning feature documentary exploring Deaf rights, disability justice, incarceration, and the fundamental human right to communication.
Available worldwide for private virtual and in-person screenings, BEING MICHELLE offers organizations an opportunity to educate, inspire dialogue, and advance meaningful conversations about accessibility, human rights, and systemic change.
“I believe that this film should be mandatory viewing for everyone in every court system in this nation. Michelle’s story tells the story of the devastating impact of solitary confinement, the devastating impact of being uniquely vulnerable in prison and jail systems because you are a person with disabilities, and again, so resoundingly, the fact that we don’t take time to communicate with each other and that just results in misunderstandings that rob people like Michelle of decades of their lives.”
WHY HOST A SCREENING?
A screening of BEING MICHELLE is more than a film presentation—it is an opportunity to spark meaningful dialogue about Deaf rights, disability justice, incarceration, and the fundamental human right to communication.
Through Michelle's lived experiences, audiences gain insight into the systemic barriers faced by Deaf and disabled individuals, particularly within social and criminal justice systems.
Whether hosted by a university, law school, judicial association, government agency, corporation, public library, nonprofit, think tank, or community organization, a screening can:
Educate audiences about disability rights, communication access, and systemic injustice.
Raise awareness of the experiences of Deaf and disabled individuals within criminal justice systems.
Encourage dialogue about accessibility, inclusion, and institutional responsibility.
Inspire action toward more equitable policies, practices, and communities.
Celebrate resilience and the transformative power of art, storytelling, and human connection.
Screenings may also be accompanied by filmmaker conversations, expert panels, and facilitated discussions, creating opportunities for deeper engagement and lasting impact.
“Michelle’s story represents a large number of people who are completely overlooked by our society, especially by our criminal legal system.”
“This is one of the most powerful stories I’ve seen this year.”
WORLDWIDE SCREENINGS &
ACCESSIBILITY
EXPERT-LED DISCUSSIONS CURATED FOR YOUR AUDIENCE
WORLDWIDE AVAILABILITY
UP TO 4K PRESENTATION QUALITY
7 OPTIONS LANGUAGE & ACCESS
FLEXIBLE SCREENINGS FOR EVERY AUDIENCE
SCREENINGS WORLDWIDE
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MEANINGFUL CONVERSATIONS
Go beyond the screening with thoughtfully curated discussions featuring filmmakers, community leaders, and subject-matter experts. Together, we inspire dialogue, deepen understanding, and drive meaningful change.
AVAILABLE ACCESSIBILITY & LANGUAGE OPTIONS
American Sign Language (ASL)
Picture-in-Picture (PiP)
English
Open Captions
English
Audio Description
Spanish
Open Captions
Spanish
Audio Description
Catalan
Open Captions
French
Open Captions
Please specify your preferred screening format, language, and accessibility requirements when submitting your screening request. Our team will help coordinate the appropriate version for your event.
WHO CAN HOST A SCREENING?
BEING MICHELLE is available for educational, professional,
institutional, and community screenings worldwide.
We welcome screening requests from:
Universities, Colleges & Schools: Classroom instruction, campus events, film studies, disability studies, social work, and criminal justice education.
Law Schools, Law Firms & Judicial Associations: Legal education, professional development, access-to-justice discussions, and disability rights training.
Government Agencies & Correctional Institutions: Staff education, communication accessibility awareness, and criminal justice reform initiatives.
Corporations & Professional Organizations: Accessibility training, workplace inclusion, professional development, and employee engagement.
Nonprofits, Advocacy Organizations & Think Tanks: Human rights education, policy discussions, advocacy campaigns, and community engagement.
Public Libraries & Community Organizations: Public screenings, educational events, and facilitated community conversations.
Conferences, Festivals & Special Events: Curated film presentations, panel discussions, and educational programming.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. BEING MICHELLE is available for educational screenings at universities, colleges, law schools, and other academic institutions. The film can support courses and programs exploring Deaf rights, disability justice, social work, incarceration, communication access, and human rights.
Can universities and colleges host educational screenings of BEING MICHELLE?
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Yes. Government agencies, judicial associations, law firms, correctional institutions, and professional organizations can request screenings for education, training, and facilitated discussions about disability rights, communication accommodations, and access to justice.
Can government agencies, courts, and law firms request screenings?
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Yes. The documentary is available worldwide for authorized private virtual and in-person screenings, including theatrical presentations, with quality up to 4K.
Is BEING MICHELLE available for virtual and in-person screenings?
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What accessibility and language options are available?
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Available versions include ASL Picture-in-Picture, English open captions, English audio description, Spanish open captions, Spanish audio description, Catalan open captions, and French open captions.
Screenings may be accompanied by filmmaker conversations, expert panels, or facilitated discussions. Please include your interests in your request so the team can discuss potential participation and availability.
Screening fees depend on the event format, organization, audience, and licensing requirements. Please submit a screening request with your event details to receive information about available options and pricing.
Submit a request through the screening inquiry form with your organization, preferred date, location, anticipated audience size, screening format, and accessibility requirements. Our team will follow up to discuss your event.