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Sunday, February 18, 2024
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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6:30 PM: Doors Open
7:00 PM: Opening Remarks and Film Screening
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6:30 PM: Doors Open
7:00 PM: Opening Remarks and Film Screening
Join ReelAbilities Houston for the opening film night, featuring opening remarks from Festival chairs Caroline Rosen-Funk and Karen Harberg and the outstanding film Upside Down
Disabilities Represented: Down Syndrome
Director: Luca Tornatore
Paolo, a 19-year-old with Down syndrome, meets Armando, a tough but kindhearted boxing trainer at the local gym. Constantly underestimated by the world around him, Paolo decides to train with Armando, much to the dismay of his protective father. Paolo steps into the ring against all odds, hoping to find his confidence and a sense of belonging.