Sound and Fury: The Communication Wars of the Deaf
Review by Sue Porr, M.Ed., M.S., OTR/L, Occupational Therapist
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Weisberg, R. (Producer), & Aronson, J. (Director). (2000). Sound and fury: The communication wars of the deaf [Motion picture]. (Available from Filmakers Library, 124 East 40th Street, New York, NY 10016) |
Get the popcorn and your tissues out--it's movie time! Sound and Fury is an award-winning documentary taking viewers inside the world of the Deaf culture. The film explores the issue of cochlear implanting and it implications for a family with both Deaf and hearing members, all who want the best for their child. The filmmaker followed one family through the decision -making process of obtaining an implant for their son, whose twin sibling was born able to hear. Family members, both those who are Deaf and those who are hearing, provide strong viewpoints and emotional dialogue regarding this controversial procedure.
For professionals and parents, Sound and Fury provides a unique opportunity to obtain information about the medical procedure and psychosocial ramifications of cochlear implant surgery. Actual film footage of the surgery, classroom snapshots of children who have been implanted, and numerous dramatic interviews by family members make this a touching and illuminating video. It has great potential as a group continuing education activity with professional discussion to follow the viewing.