Written by van der Westhuysen and produced by the Oscar-winning Slick Films ("The Silent Child") and "Sex Education" actor George Somner's 13:8 Films, "Peter" follows Elliott (Braithwaite), a ...

Popular on Variety “For me, this film is about dignity and identity — maintaining both when the world or your circumstances threaten to strip them away,” van der Westhuysen said in a statement.

Films play a huge role in the understanding and support of persons with disability.

“A Silent Child” won the Oscar for Live Action Short Film, defeating “My Nephew Emmett,” made by Durham native Kevin Wilson Jr.

Best Short from the Archives (finished before 2019): “The Silent Child” (produced by Rachel Shenton, Chris Overton, Rebecca Harris, Julie Foy, directed by Chris Overton) ...

Women In Film and Foresee Films are hosting a screening of the black-and-white silent short film About Mannequin, featuring live accompaniment from the London Philharmonic Orchestra. Set for ...